First Report - Batteries for electric vehicle manufacturing

Select Committee
Business and Trade Committee HC 196 21 November 2023
Report Status Government responded
Conclusions & Recommendations 23 items (13 recs)
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Government Response (AI assessment · 23 of 23 classified)
Accepted 17
Accepted in Part 1
Acknowledged 1
Deferred 1
Rejected 3
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Recommendations

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12 Acknowledged
Require all batteries on the UK market to include a comprehensive battery passport.
Recommendation
A battery supply chain in the UK would enable businesses based in this country to manufacture batteries sustainably and ethically. This offers the UK a competitive advantage over other markets, especially as consumers demand higher environmental, social and governance standards. … Read more
Government Response Summary
The government acknowledges the opportunity for pro-growth regulation and access to battery data via certification schemes as key enablers for a circular economy. While not directly committing to requiring a 'battery passport,' it will implement a UK Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) by 2027 and Defra will consider broader regulation for the battery ecosystem.
Department for Business and Trade
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