UK government invests £600 million in Rolls-Royce small modular reactor development
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The UK government, led by Chancellor Rachel Reeves, has approved a £600 million investment deal with Rolls-Royce to accelerate the development of small modular reactors (SMRs), also known as "mini-nukes." This initiative aims to reshape Britain's energy landscape by securing clean energy, boosting economic growth, and reestablishing the UK as a global leader in nuclear technology.
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bskyUK government invests £600 million in Rolls-Royce small modular reactor developmentukbreakingnews24x7.comKey quotes
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It represents a turning point in how Britain plans to secure clean energy, boost economic growth, and reassert itself as a global leader in nuclear technology.
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