The Crown Estate is an independent commercial business, created by Act of Parliament. They invest in and manage some of the UK's most important assets for the benefit of the nation. They are an independent business sitting between the public and private sectors, acting in the national interest both today, and for future generations. They are a unique landowner growing the financial, environment and social value for their diverse portfolio for the benefit of the nation, it's finances, and it's future. Their purpose is to create lasting and shared prosperity for the nation. It drives their strategy and informs all they do.