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Written question asked by Stephen Crabb (Conservative) on Tuesday, 24 January 2023, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 26 January 2023. It was answered by David Rutley (Conservative) on Wednesday, 1 February 2023 on behalf of the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office.


Iran: Nuclear Fuels

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, what recent assessment he has made of reports that Iran has increased production of High Enriched Uranium at the Fordow Fuel Enrichment Plant.

Answer

Iran's nuclear programme has never been more advanced than it is today. In November 2022 Iran announced it would take further steps to expand its nuclear programme, including increasing its production of High Enriched Uranium (HEU) at its underground facility at the Fordow Fuel Enrichment Plant. This step, which further advances its programme, and carries significant proliferation-related risks, has no credible civilian justification.

Iran's continued escalation of its nuclear activities is threatening international peace and security and undermining the global non-proliferation system. We are considering next steps with our international partners.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
131132
Session
2022-23
Grouped for answer
Yes
Subjects
Nuclear fuels Iran
Link
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