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The NIA can comment on a range of nuclear sector issues affecting the industry. If you have a question please get in touch at press@niauk.org.

If you require media assistance outside of office hours, please contact Lincoln Hill on lincoln.hill@niauk.org or 07554 701 533.

You can see our latest press releases and the latest news from our member companies below.

Member News:

Ansaldo Nuclear Prioritises Workforce Safety with Weekly Covid-19 Tests

22 January 2021

Ansaldo Nuclear’s Wolverhampton-based headquarters is set to become one of the first UK companies to provide weekly Covid-19 Lateral Flow tests to all staff not able to work from home, following a successful pilot last week (14th January).
WYG Becomes Tetra Tech

22 January 2021

Tetra Tech is Leading with Science® on UK nuclear programmes with innovative engineering, environment, planning, and management solutions that build on more than 20 years’ experience.
Listen to n2n – core skills session – Negotiation, Buying and Selling

21 January 2021

Listen to the second episode in the second series of core skills bite-sized webinars designed to provide attendees with vital insights and techniques in a time-efficient manner.
£12M UK-Japan robotics deal for fusion energy and nuclear decommissioning research

20 January 2021

UK-Japan relationship in nuclear science boosted by robotics and automation
Osprey to deliver new generation construction logistics model at Hinkley Point C

19 January 2021

British company, Osprey Group, has won the multi-million-pound contract to deliver all of the oversized equipment needed in the next phase of construction at Hinkley Point C.
New video explainers on doing business with Europe

18 January 2021

To support firms, BEIS has launched a series of new, on demand videos to help businesses familiarise themselves with the new rules and the actions they should take.

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Press Releases:

NIA reaction to formation of Allerdale GDF Working Group

14 January 2021

Reacting to the formation of a Working Group in Allerdale to discuss the potential for siting a Geological Disposal Facility.
Scotland has UK’s cleanest power mix in 2020

18 December 2020

New analysis of National Grid Electricity System Operator figures has indicated that Southern Scotland has had the cleanest power in the UK in 2020, driven by higher nuclear generation alongside strong wind power output.
NIA Reaction on Sizewell C/Energy White Paper

14 December 2020

The Government has confirmed that it is entering negotiations on Sizewell C and confirmed the publication of the Energy White Paper.
NIA Reaction to CCC Sixth Carbon Budget

09 December 2020

Reaction to the publication of the Climate Change Committee’s Sixth Carbon Budget.
Nuclear gives Southern Scotland cleanest power during wind lull

02 December 2020

National Grid Electricity System Operator has published figures confirming that from 25-29 November, Southern Scotland had the cleanest grid in the UK, despite low wind.
Soaring fossil fuel use shows need for nuclear

26 November 2020

National Grid has issued its third warning in six weeks over Britain’s electricity supplies, as low renewable output and high demand have reduced spare capacity.

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On the radio

Tom Greatrex on BBC Radio 4 World Tonight 1 October 2020
Tom emphasises the need for new nuclear to help the UK achieve its net zero targets.

Tom Greatrex on BBC Radio Gloucestershire 17 September 2020
Tom talks about the significant footprint of nuclear in Gloucestershire and the South West as well as the broader benefits of nuclear power for the UK.

Tom Greatrex on BBC Radio 4 Today Programme 1 September 2020
With closure dates approaching for the UK’s nuclear fleet, Tom talks about the need for new nuclear generation to decarbonise our power supply.

Tom Greatrex on BBC Good Morning Scotland 28 August 2020
With the restart in generation at Hunterston B Tom discusses the benefits nuclear brings to a low carbon energy mix.

Blog

The NIA blogs on key issues affecting the UK’s civil nuclear industry.

Nuclear Energy Facts

With the growing threat of climate change, nuclear energy is essential to meet the UK’s future clean energy needs. Along with renewables and energy efficiency, nuclear can reduce carbon emissions.

Publications

The NIA publishes a number of publications for and about civil nuclear energy in the UK.

Myth Busting

A number of people regularly make false statements about civil nuclear in the UK and the NIA has selected some to answer here.

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22 January 2021

When a chart speaks a thousand words 👇 Pursuing ALL forms of low-carbon energy sources is essential to reaching… https://t.co/Xt85n7Rslu

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20 January 2021

RT @RSCEnergySector: It's not too late to sign up for the Nuclear Development Conference taking place online tomorrow. Speakers have been i…

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20 January 2021

See our Chief Exec @tomjgreatrex who is speaking as part of the sustainability session during @TheFutureofEng summi… https://t.co/dM43OKmVf4

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20 January 2021

Britain and Japan have signed a research and technology deployment deal. The deal will help automate #nuclear deco… https://t.co/uyTAF6xiR9

Videos:

Ever thought about the economic, social and environmental impact of the UK's #nuclear industry?
The NIA organise a range of events, meetings and conferences, alongside its business groups. All provide ideal opportunities to network and access the latest industry information and future developments.
As a low-carbon energy source nuclear provides the UK with secure, reliable and always available electricity for use in homes, businesses and public services.
Highlights from the Nuclear Industry Association's inaugural, dedicated decommissioning conference held in London in June 2018.

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Member News:

Ansaldo Nuclear Prioritises Workforce Safety with Weekly Covid-19 Tests

WYG Becomes Tetra Tech

Listen to n2n – core skills session – Negotiation, Buying and Selling

£12M UK-Japan robotics deal for fusion energy and nuclear decommissioning research

Osprey to deliver new generation construction logistics model at Hinkley Point C

New video explainers on doing business with Europe

Press Releases:

NIA reaction to formation of Allerdale GDF Working Group

Scotland has UK’s cleanest power mix in 2020

NIA Reaction on Sizewell C/Energy White Paper

NIA Reaction to CCC Sixth Carbon Budget

Nuclear gives Southern Scotland cleanest power during wind lull

Soaring fossil fuel use shows need for nuclear

On the radio

Blog

Nuclear Energy Facts

Publications

Myth Busting

@niauk

Videos:

Media Contacts

There are many ways you can get involved with the NIA and make the most of your membership to meet the right people across the industry

Attend a Business Group meeting

Update your details on the Trade Directory

Get in touch

Promote your business