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UK's Chinese Supply Chain Risk Threatens 90,000 Clean Energy Jobs

1/16/2026

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Institute for Public Policy Research (IPPR) warns the United Kingdom's reliance on Chinese supply chains risks clean energy job losses.
A disruption in battery components could halt production of over 580,000 electric cars and jeopardize 90,000 jobs.
The IPPR urges the UK government to adopt securonomics, strengthening international partnerships and reducing dependence on China.
The United Kingdom aims to bolster domestic production and reduce import reliance.

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Institute for Public Policy Research (IPPR) warns the United Kingdom's reliance on Chinese supply chains risks clean energy job losses.
A disruption in battery components could halt production of over 580,000 electric cars and jeopardize 90,000 jobs.
The IPPR urges the UK government to adopt securonomics, strengthening international partnerships and reducing dependence on China.
The United Kingdom aims to bolster domestic production and reduce import reliance.