Chain reaction? NuScale seeks to reignite UK small nuclear reactor plans

James Murray
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Developer sets out five-point UK Small Modular Reactor Action Plan, amid fears over delays to government competition

US nuclear technology specialist NuScale Power has this week unveiled a new action plan, in an attempt to kickstart UK efforts to establish the country as a pioneer in the development of small modular...

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