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Small Modular Reactors

Asked by Andrew BowieConservativeDepartment for Energy Security and Net ZeroTabled Answered 2 September 2024UIN 2463

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, what his planned timetable is for approving Small Modular Reactors.

Answered by Michael Shanks

Great British Nuclear, the Department’s arm’s-length body responsible for helping deliver the government’s nuclear programme. is currently running a small modular reactor technology selection process for UK deployment. The window for submitting tenders has closed and Great British Nuclear is evaluating bids. This is a complex procurement, and it is important Great British Nuclear ensures a fair and robust process that delivers sustainable outcomes. Further updates will be made in due course.

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