Welcome to the web site of the UK Metric Association

The UK Metric Association (UKMA) is a single issue organisation whose main purpose is to benefit the general public by education about the metric system of measurement.

On our web site you will find the following information:

  • accurate information to explain the metric system and to correct misunderstandings and debunk myths
  • a demonstration of how the metric system is much easier to use than obsolete imperial
  • practical help for people unaccustomed to metric
  • an explanation of why it is in Britain's interest to complete the changeover to the international metric system as soon as possible
  • sources and references for researchers and journalists

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UKMA is pleased to publish a new booklet Made in Britain: Not made to measure by Ronnie Cohen as a contribution to the case for completing metrication as soon as possible.