Only with nuclear in the mix can we quit fossil dependence

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The NIA's Kirsty Alexander argues that the Hinkley Point deal represents an important step forward for the UK's decarbonisation efforts

Britain's nuclear renaissance took a vital step forward on 21st October. But the real day to celebrate the Hinkley Point project will be in 10 years when low carbon electricity equivalent to seven per...

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