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BARA (British Automation and Robot Association) provides a voice for the Robot and Automation Industries when dealing with government, industry, financial and academic institutions.

The aim of the BARA is to promote the use of, and assist in the development of Industrial Robots and Automation in British industry. In 2009, BARA joined forces with Automate UK to become a special interest focus group and has gathered more influence, members and provides more support to the end-user community.

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