Written Question·Department for Energy Security and Net Zero·UIN 13927

Nuclear Power: Supply Chains

Tabled: 29 June 2026
Answered: 7 July 2026

Question

Charlotte Nichols

LabourWarrington North

To ask the Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, in what way a fleet-deployment approach to gigawatt-scale nuclear development will support the civil nuclear supply chain and help ensure its long-term readiness and competitiveness.

Answer

Michael Shanks
Gigawatt-scale projects are delivering major benefits to local and national economies in support of the government’s growth agenda. EDF reports that the Hinkley Point C project supports 26,000 direct and indirect jobs across Britain and contributes £13.3 ...

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