We received written evidence from investors who wanted more long-term clarity on government policy. For example, the Global Infrastructure Investor Association said there should be greater focus in government on setting out route maps for investors against clear timelines, particularly for new technologies.62 We asked the Department about its relationship with the Treasury, given the need from investors for stability and consistency from government.63 The Department told us it had good relationships with the Treasury and that it worked closely with the Treasury on economic policy in relation to businesses. However, it said it would like more influence with the Treasury than it currently has, though it acknowledged that the Treasury was open to listen to well-evidenced proposals for new policies to support investment into the UK.64 We received written evidence from industry and investor representatives who wanted the government to engage more with industry and investors to identify measures to make the UK more attractive to investors.65 For example, BP suggested that the government should set up a forum with foreign investors in the UK to discuss how to make the UK more attractive to other global investors.66 Supporting the UK’s attractiveness to investors