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Fifth Report - The semiconductor industry in the UK
Business and Trade Committee
HC 291
Published 28 November 2022
Conclusions (2)
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Conclusion
Deferred
Para 67
We will further consider the Nexperia case, via the National Security and Investment Sub-Committee, once the period for appeal has expired. In the meantime, the Department should work proactively to ensure a successful transfer of the Newport site to a new owner. Ministers should update the Committee on progress made.
Government Response Summary
The government cannot provide an update on the Nexperia case until judicial review proceedings have been completed.
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Conclusion
Deferred
Para 79
We recognise that many Government departments have an interest in the semiconductor industry, and that these interests may overlap. But, in our view, the value of semiconductors to so many sectors of the UK economy and to UK national infrastructure, combined with the national security necessity of safeguarding 40 The …
Government Response Summary
The government states that the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology will drive innovation and work closely across government, including with the Department for Business and Trade, to ensure coherence in industrial strategy, research, and international cooperation, rather than BEIS taking sole responsibility.