Government close to approving nuclear stations

The Government has hinted that it will approve a new generation of nuclear power stations on the ground that the move would combat climate change.

As the Government's review of Britain's energy needs closed yesterday, Malcolm Wicks, the Energy minister, suggested there was little common ground among the 2,000 responses and 500 energy and environment experts consulted. Although ministers insist they are "nuclear neutral", Mr Wicks said: "Climate change, declining domestic production, increased prices and an increased reliance on overseas sources have forced the issue.

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The Government has hinted that it will approve a new generation of nuclear power stations on the ground that the move would combat climate change.

As the Government's review of Britain's energy needs closed yesterday, Malcolm Wicks, the Energy minister, suggested there was little common ground among the 2,000 responses and 500 energy and environment experts consulted. Although ministers insist they are "nuclear neutral", Mr Wicks said: "Climate change, declining domestic production, increased prices and an increased reliance on overseas sources have forced the issue.
Article Length: 456 words (approx.)