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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:

UK-SMR consortium reveals latest design and power increase

17 May 2021

Consortium, led by Rolls-Royce, reveals its latest design and an increase in power as it completes its first phase on time and under budget.
Inclusion and Diversity in Nuclear (IDN) is delighted to announce Sellafield Ltd as their third industry partner for 2021.

14 May 2021

Since 2019, co-founders Monica Mwanje of MM Creative Solutions and Callum Thomas of Thomas Thor have mainly funded IDN to engage the nuclear industry in promoting a more inclusive environment, through provision of resources, information and events.
N2N Core skills session – Giving and receiving feedback session

13 May 2021

These short, bite-sized sessions are designed to provide you with vital insights and techniques in a time-efficient manner. This session is on giving and receiving feedback.
GDA opens to Advanced Nuclear Technologies

11 May 2021

The UK government has opened the Generic Design Assessment (GDA) to Advanced Nuclear Technologies, fulfilling its commitment to do so in last year’s Energy White Paper.
Expressions of Interest – Nuclear Innovation and Research Advisory Board (NIRAB)

11 May 2021

NIRO are seeking Expressions of Interest from individuals with expertise in one or several areas across a range of fields to become members of NIRAB, to provide independent advice to Government, and to work in partnership with NIRO within the refreshed advisory framework.
Efficiency improvements drive progress at Hinkley Point C

07 May 2021

The world’s largest land-based crane, Big Carl, lifted the second of three massive containment rings from the bunker it was constructed in to a lay-down area close by.

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Press Releases:

NIA reaction to Alok Sharma’s call to ‘consign coal to history’

14 May 2021

COP26 President says the UN climate summit must spell the end of global coal power generation.
Global Nuclear Industry Open Letter: Net Zero Needs Nuclear

14 May 2021

The retirement of nuclear plants will represent “the single greatest loss of clean power in world history” without new investment, warns the global nuclear industry.
South West’s grid goes 100% green thanks to nuclear and solar

28 April 2021

Nuclear power from Hinkley Point B and strong solar output meant the South West’s electricity grid was 100% green at times over this weekend.
Climate leaders need nuclear energy to achieve net zero

22 April 2021

World leaders will meet on April 22 and 23, at the invitation of US President Biden, to galvanise efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. We have less than thirty years to cut carbon emissions from every sector of our global economy to zero.
NIA reaction to Government’s new emissions reduction target

21 April 2021

The NIA welcomes the Government’s decision to adopt the Climate Change Committee’s (CCC) Sixth Carbon Budget in full, thereby setting a new target to cut carbon emissions by 78% by 2035.
NIA supports linking UK and EU Emissions Trading Systems

15 April 2021

The Nuclear Industry Association has joined forces with over forty other industry bodies in calling on the UK Government to start the process of linking the new UK Emissions Trading System (ETS) with the EU’s ETS as soon as possible.

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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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17 May 2021

RT @RollsRoyce: We're leading a consortium designing a compact nuclear power station (or, small modular reactor). It can help decarbonise e…

@NIAUK

17 May 2021

"As the workers on site repeat tasks, as they apply lessons from previous work, the quality goes up, the time goes down, and costs fall." NIA CEO @tomjgreatrex on what the recent construction success at Hinkley means for the wider #nuclear industry 👇 💻https://t.co/YGwjjY6163 https://t.co/0NSp2E6kHn

@NIAUK

17 May 2021

⚛️Rolls-Royce starts hunt for buyers after nuclear reactor boost⚛️ 'The factory-built reactors will generate 470 MW, enough to provide electricity to a million homes.' Read more about plans for UK Small Modular Reactors👇 #SMR #nuclear @RollsRoyceUK https://t.co/0NIeSvjxWI

@NIAUK

14 May 2021

RT @edfenergy: We're right behind #NetZero & @GOVUK's 10 Point Plan for a Green Revolution. This animation explains how EDF are already act…

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:

UK-SMR consortium reveals latest design and power increase

Inclusion and Diversity in Nuclear (IDN) is delighted to announce Sellafield Ltd as their third industry partner for 2021.

N2N Core skills session – Giving and receiving feedback session

GDA opens to Advanced Nuclear Technologies

Expressions of Interest – Nuclear Innovation and Research Advisory Board (NIRAB)

Efficiency improvements drive progress at Hinkley Point C

Press Releases:

NIA reaction to Alok Sharma’s call to ‘consign coal to history’

Global Nuclear Industry Open Letter: Net Zero Needs Nuclear

South West’s grid goes 100% green thanks to nuclear and solar

Climate leaders need nuclear energy to achieve net zero

NIA reaction to Government’s new emissions reduction target

NIA supports linking UK and EU Emissions Trading Systems

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