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Written question asked by Mike Wood (Conservative) on Friday, 28 August 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 2 September 2026. It was answered by Michael Shanks (Labour) on Monday, 7 September 2026 on behalf of the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.


Nuclear Fusion and Nuclear Power: Innovation

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, pursuant to the Answer of 26 June 2026 to Question 11134 on Nuclear Fusion and Nuclear Power: innovation, what the planned timetable is for the (a) conclusion of the negotiations and (b) expected ratification by the institutions of the EU.

Answer

Negotiations continue so that the UK/EU reset will deliver for the British people on deals that will boost trade, enhance energy security and create opportunities for young people.

We will negotiate an electricity agreement with the EU with the aim of cutting the cost of trading electricity with European partners, strengthening our energy security, driving investment in the North Sea, and helping to achieve our Clean Power 2030 Mission.

The timing of any EU institutional ratification process is a matter for those institutions.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
21025
Session
2026-27
Related items
Nuclear Fusion and Nuclear Power: Innovation
Friday, 26 June 2026
Written questions
House of Commons
Subjects
Electricity Innovation Nuclear power Regulation Nuclear fusion UK relations with EU
Link
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