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Steve Double

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Spring Statement
Tuesday 13th March 2018

(6 years, 1 month ago)

Commons Chamber
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Steve Double Portrait Steve Double (St Austell and Newquay) (Con)
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All the new electric vehicles will need batteries, of which lithium is an essential element. Recent discoveries of large deposits of lithium in Cornwall open up the possibility of the UK securing a domestic supply for this vital element. What support can the Secretary of State give to this exciting new emerging sector?

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Through our industrial strategy, we have highlighted the potential for new developments in battery storage. If Cornwall can supply the lithium to power that new industry then I am delighted to hear it. I will discuss the possibilities further with my hon. Friend.

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