Nuclear Energy Cannot Be Ignored, Urges Industry

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Byline: By DAVID WILLIAMSON Western Mail

An urgent debate is needed on the role of nuclear energy in the Welsh economy, according to business leaders, industry and the unions. John Cridland, deputy director of the Confederation of British Industry, said it was 'absolutely essential' that a debate takes place about what contribution - if any - nuclear power will have in supplying Wales in the 21st century.

Economic development minister Andrew Davies has stated there is no 'commercial case' for more nuclear power stations in Wales, although he supports the UK Government's neutral stance on nuclear energy. However, last night he said he welcomed a healthy debate.