Our Rugeley quarry team recently hosted Josh Newbury MP (Cannock Chase) and Carl Cornish from the RSPB for a tour of the site.

The visit was a great opportunity to demonstrate how the quarry delivers value to the local area, from the supply of essential building materials to the creation of jobs that often span entire careers.

Mr Newbury was struck by the strong employee loyalty and commitment within the team, as well as the positive impact Cemex has had through local community projects.

The visit began with a health and safety briefing, then an introduction to our global, UK and regional operations, and then went onto a tour of the operational site.

Carl then led Mr Newbury and the team through the restored heathland landscapes, now thriving with biodiversity. These unique habitats are a key example of how quarrying can leave a positive legacy for nature, contributing unique flora and fauna, species (including adders…) and landscapes.

A massive thank you to the Rugeley team for hosting this visit and doing an exemplary job in making the case for the positives of our industry and our commitment to growth and nature, and to Carl for providing his extensive knowledge and expertise.

If you would be interested in hosting a site visit from and MP, please contact Dan Mann in Cemex UK’s Public Affairs team.