Written question asked by Andrew Bowie (Conservative) on Thursday, 2 July 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 6 July 2026. It was answered by Michael Shanks (Labour) on Friday, 10 July 2026 on behalf of the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.

Nuclear Power: Scotland

Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, with reference to Great British Energy – Nuclear's Technical Advice on Potential Future Nuclear Power Plant Siting in Scotland report, what discussions he has had with the Scottish Government on the report's findings.

Answer

Ministers commissioned GBE N's study of Scotland's potential for new nuclear last autumn.

The study indicates that Scotland has land areas with high potential for future development.

We remain open to discussions with the Scottish Government regarding opportunities for new nuclear in Scotland.

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