The forecast indicates a steady decline in the import of made-up textile articles to the UK over the next five years, decreasing from 56.276 million square meters in 2024 to 51.379 million square meters in 2028. This represents a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of approximately -2.2% from 2024 to 2028. The consistent year-on-year decrease suggests a trend of diminishing import volumes.

Future trends to watch for:

Changes in UK consumer preferences towards locally produced textiles.
The impact of post-Brexit trade agreements which may affect import dynamics.
Sustainability trends influencing import reductions in favor of more eco-friendly production methods.