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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:

Wales Nuclear Forum (WNF) sign MoU with the Nuclear Industry Association (NAI)

29 July 2021

WNF are delighted to announce that at a recent NIA Group Meeting, held in Bristol on 21 July, the WNF signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the NIA.
WM Symposium 2022

29 July 2021

If you would like to find out more on how your company can exhibit as part of the pavilion please get in touch ASAP as space is limited.
Government progresses demonstration of next generation nuclear reactor

29 July 2021

The UK government’s plan to have the latest nuclear technology up and running within the next decade has moved a step closer today as part of the drive to reach net zero emissions.
UKAEA Procurement Pipeline update for July 2021

27 July 2021

UKAEA have published a quarterly update of their Procurement Pipeline
Cavendish Nuclear awarded £3 million Hinkley Point A contract

26 July 2021

Cavendish Nuclear has been awarded a contract worth nearly £3 million to help provide Magnox’s Hinkley Point A site in Somerset with capability to immobilise Intermediate Level Waste.
Aquila announces it is seeking a new parent company

26 July 2021

Aquila Nuclear Engineering has announced it is seeking a new parent company.

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Press Releases:

Coal-burning streak shows Britain’s fossil fuel trap

30 July 2021

Britain has burned coal for the same number of days in the past month as it did over six months last year, suggesting that progress toward one of the UK’s key climate goals is stalling.
NIA reaction to Government announcement on the Advanced Modular Reactor (AMR) demonstration programme

29 July 2021

“This is an exciting and important step toward the delivery of an Advanced Modular Reactor (AMR) demonstrator, a key part of nuclear’s future in the clean energy mix…
NIA reaction to the transport decarbonisation plan

14 July 2021

“It is disappointing to see no mention of nuclear’s role in decarbonising electricity for zero emission vehicles…
NIA reaction to National Grid’s 2021 Future Energy Scenarios Report

12 July 2021

“National Grid’s scenarios show that we need new nuclear to hit net zero, including replacing existing capacity by the mid-2030s…”
NIA responds to new coal phase out date

30 June 2021

“Nuclear has played an integral part in reducing Britain’s use of high carbon power, including coal generated electricity…
NIA reaction to CCC Progress Report to Parliament

24 June 2021

“The CCC has made it clear that to stay on track for net zero the UK needs at least two new large-scale nuclear stations…

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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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@NIAUK

02 August 2021

“It’s not nuclear versus wind versus solar - we need to use everything and cooperate to make the most of the technologies,” Julia Pyke @sizewellc’s financing director in @climate 👇 #Nuclear could produce 1/3 of the UK’s hydrogen https://t.co/Y6RDUQVqKg https://t.co/SHu7oJmwFB

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30 July 2021

RT @EnergyLiveNews: Britain hits 34-day coal-burning streak @NIAUK #energy #coal #renewableenergy #renewables #climate #emissions #fossilf…

@NIAUK

30 July 2021

RT @drtjstone: Pretty much every single watt of power of primary energy in 2050 will come from sources yet to be built. Virtually all of i…

@NIAUK

30 July 2021

RT @cfconferences: #UKInfra summit includes a panel on financing new nuclear: 'The future of nuclear energy – the need for innovation in fi…

Videos:

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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.
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Highlights from the Nuclear Industry Association's inaugural, dedicated decommissioning conference held in London in June 2018.

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Member News:

Wales Nuclear Forum (WNF) sign MoU with the Nuclear Industry Association (NAI)

WM Symposium 2022

Government progresses demonstration of next generation nuclear reactor

UKAEA Procurement Pipeline update for July 2021

Cavendish Nuclear awarded £3 million Hinkley Point A contract

Aquila announces it is seeking a new parent company

Press Releases:

Coal-burning streak shows Britain’s fossil fuel trap

NIA reaction to Government announcement on the Advanced Modular Reactor (AMR) demonstration programme

NIA reaction to the transport decarbonisation plan

NIA reaction to National Grid’s 2021 Future Energy Scenarios Report

NIA responds to new coal phase out date

NIA reaction to CCC Progress Report to Parliament

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