As Cumbria reactor plan stalls,it is clear that enormous resources are needed for such projectsIf the government was keen to boost Britain’s nuclear industry, it was always clear that the private market would struggle to deliver.
The decision by Toshiba to shut down its UK operations is a case in point. After the deal to build new reactors at Hinkley Point with the French firm EDF, or Toshiba was favoured by ministers to design and construct a smaller power station on the Cumbrian coast. Related: Embattled tall street retailers call for help as closures soar Continue reading...
Source: theguardian.com