UK Announces Major Push to Expand Nuclear Energy Capacity

Prime Minister Keir Starmer unveils reforms to reduce reliance on foreign energy and position Britain as a leader in nuclear power.

The UK government has introduced reforms to significantly expand its nuclear energy sector, marking a shift in energy policy after decades of stagnation.
Prime Minister Keir Starmer emphasized the need to end Britain's reliance on Russian energy and enhance energy security for the nation.
Plans include the development of Small Modular Reactors (SMRs), a first for the UK, alongside easing regulations to attract investment and accelerate construction.
The reforms aim to create thousands of jobs and position Britain as a global leader in nuclear energy innovation and production.
The last nuclear power plant in the UK was built in 1995, with Hinkley Point C currently under construction since 2014.