The Minister, Rebecca Pow, acknowledged the importance of addressing electric vehicle battery treatment and recycling. She highlighted existing regulations such as the end-of-life vehicles legislation and batteries regulation, which provide a framework for managing electric vehicle batteries at the end of their lifecycle. The limited volumes of electric vehicle batteries currently received for treatment are exported to Europe for processing. Powell noted that there is movement in the market towards establishing recycling facilities in the UK. She also mentioned the Faraday battery challenge’s role in supporting the recycling and reuse of battery components, aiming to develop a more circular economy and help meet net zero commitments. The Minister stated that she would review producer responsibility schemes for batteries and end-of-life vehicles, recognising the need for improvements as electric vehicle batteries become more prevalent. She welcomed industry engagement on these issues and expressed interest in supporting initiatives such as Newcastle University’s proposed battery safety health and environment hub.