NUCLEAR FOR BRITAIN 25%
Vladimir Vinogradov
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According to media reports, Johnson said he wants the UK to get 25% of its electricity from nuclear power, up from the current 16%. However, almost half of the country's current capacity is due to be retired by 2025 and all but one of its reactors will retire by 2030.
Industry representatives set out the various technologies and projects they are developing, from larger nuclear power plants to small modular reactors, capitalising on both British and international expertise.
The prime minister invited views on how the UK can accelerate rapid progress on securing new nuclear capacity. They discussed the benefits of scaling up investment and removing barriers facing development, agreeing to work together to help projects become operational more quickly and cheaply. Johnson and attendees also reflected on the need to build strong skills and supply chains to support the UK nuclear industry.