The UK Government intends to source 25% of its electricity from nuclear power plants by 2050 in a strategy to help the country reduce its dependence on Russian fossil fuels.

On 21 March, Prime Minister Boris Johnson met with nuclear industry leaders to discuss ways to improve the UK’s energy security and expedite the development of nuclear projects in the country.

Although the UK currently generates around 16% of its electricity from nuclear power plants, many facilities are scheduled for closure even as demand for electricity is expected to grow steadily in the next ten years.

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