As of August 2022, the UK has 9 operational nuclear reactors at five locations (8 advanced gas-cooled reactors (AGR) and one pressurised water reactor (PWR)), producing 5.9 GWe. It also has nuclear reprocessing plants at Sellafield and the Tails Management Facility (TMF) operated by Urenco in Capenhurst. In November 2022 French President Emmanuel Macron pledged to engage in “ambitious cooperation” with Prime Minister Rishi Sunak on nuclear energy amid fears that fuel imports from Russia will plummet this winter.
59% Yes |
41% No |
43% Yes |
28% No |
12% Yes, temporarily while we increase investment into cleaner renewable alternatives |
13% No, we should invest in cleaner alternatives such as wind, hydroelectric, thorium, and geothermal |
1% Yes, as long as there is no public subsidy |
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1% Yes, and nationalise the industry |
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0% Yes, but with public subsidy |
See how support for each position on “Nuclear Energy” has changed over time for 2.2m UK voters.
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See how importance of “Nuclear Energy” has changed over time for 2.2m UK voters.
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Unique answers from UK users whose views extended beyond the provided choices.
@8RTTDQV3yrs3Y
Don’t care won’t be there to see the world burn sadly
@93WNHXK2yrs2Y
Yes, as long as there is strict training of nuclear power plant workers and thorough, regular monitoring and review of equipment functionality, energy release and measures to mitigate potential hazards.
@93RBYNC2yrs2Y
As long as the waste is handled correctly for the environment
@9LQ7RT64 days4D
Nationalise and militarise the industry, and have the armed forces running, guarding and protecting the bases.
@9LP6YSQ6 days6D
Yes, but I think a better option is to invest in cleaner alternatives such as wind, hydroelectric, thorium, and geothermal
@9LP49RS7 days7D
Yes, and offer a capped number of shares to the public to ensure a financial return in addition to protecting energy infrastructure and public oversight.
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