The UK’s all-party parliamentary group on nuclear energy welcomed chancellor Jeremy Hunt’s backing of new nuclear power and the decision to proceed with Sizewell C.
Charlotte Nichols MP, co-chair of the group, said “net zero needs nuclear and it’s great news that we finally have progress on this vital project for Britain’s energy security.” She said 10,000 jobs powering six million homes will be the backbone of the country’s transition to a low-carbon economy.
“We need a pipeline of projects drive the necessary recruitment and skills development to deliver the capacity we need to hit net zero by 2050.”
The group provides a forum for MPs and peers to discuss policy options to support nuclear deployment.
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