Welcome to MineralsUK
MineralsUK is the British Geological Survey's Centre for Sustainable Mineral Development. This website has a wealth of information on mineral resources, mineral planning, policy and legislation, sustainable development, statistics and exploration.
Minerals & you
This section is designed for the non–specialist with an interest in minerals. Here you will find out what economic minerals are, where they come from, how their extraction and use affect the environment, and why they are important to you.
//Industry news
February 2010
A summary of news and topical issues related to the UK minerals industry.
//Whats new
Evaluation of Minerals Policy Statements
BGS is conducting a survey for CLG to evaluate Mineral Policy Statements.
//Downloads
World Mineral Production 2004-2008
Production statistics for the majority of economically important mineral commodities.
