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Written question asked by Lord Offord of Garvel (Conservative) on Tuesday, 15 July 2025, in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 29 July 2025. It was answered by Lord Wilson of Sedgefield (Labour) on Tuesday, 29 July 2025 on behalf of the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.


Nuclear Power Stations: Scotland

Question

To ask His Majesty's Government what steps they are taking to support the Scottish Government to develop new nuclear power stations.

Answer

Planning policy is devolved to the Scottish Government and they have made it clear they oppose the building of new nuclear power stations.

The UK Government works productively with the Scottish Government on a range of energy issues and we would welcome engagement on new nuclear given the growing interest in the potential for projects in Scotland and the opportunity for jobs and skills across the country, should the position on planning change.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
HL9509
Session
2024-26
Subjects
Construction Nuclear power stations Scotland
Link
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