Written questions

Minerals: China

Commons · Question 56562 · Tabled 2 Jun 2025 · Department for Business and Trade · Official record

Answered 9 Jun 2025

Question

Asked by Clive Jones

To ask the Secretary of State for Business and Trade, what discussions he has had with the automotive sector on the potential impact of China's rare earth export restrictions.

Answer

Answered by Sarah Jones, 9 Jun 2025

The Department for Business and Trade has been regularly engaging with businesses, across multiple sectors, that are affected by the recent export controls of rare earth elements, primarily with Automotive companies and Trade Associations. HMG is committe...