UK Critical Minerals is an information and resource platform for people and organisations navigating the United Kingdom’s critical minerals sector. It brings together guidance on the importance, uses and challenges of critical minerals, alongside information about the UK’s strengths in research, innovation and industry. Its Business & Investment resources include a company directory and map, profiles of national and regional clusters, funding opportunities, government support, international partnerships, and guidance on planning and permitting.

The site also provides information about UK geology, industry associations, strategy and sector events. For students, educators and jobseekers, its Education & Careers section features a directory of academic institutions and innovation hubs, career pathways, job listings, professional qualifications bodies, job boards and curriculum-aligned learning resources. News and event listings help visitors follow developments across the sector.

By connecting industry, investment, education and careers information, UK Critical Minerals helps users explore opportunities and understand how minerals support technologies such as batteries, sensors and robotics, as well as advanced manufacturing and renewable energy