Recommendation 40

We recommend that the Government’s forthcoming Critical Minerals Strategy: • Sets specific targets for domestic production, recycling and processing. • Clearly sets out the UK’s approach to diversifying these supply chains through bilateral agreements with allies. • Designates ‘Critical Mineral Clusters’ which would benefit from streamlined planning processes and support in accessing finance. 100 This should be accompanied by clear investment plans for both developing strategic stockpiles and diversifying these supply chains, co- financed by the National Wealth Fund. (Recommendation, paragraph 141) Defend critical infrastructure, assets and sectors