Reports: Boris Johnson poised to approve £30bn Sizewell C project

James Murray
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An artist's render of Sizewell C nuclear power station | Credit: EDF
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An artist's render of Sizewell C nuclear power station | Credit: EDF

Outgoing Prime Minister seeks green legacy, as he prepares to approve new nuclear plans and accelerate offshore wind development

Boris Johnson will this week attempt to place clean energy and energy security at the heart of his legacy, with reports suggesting he is poised to give approval to the £30bn Sizewell C nuclear project...

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