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Office for Nuclear Regulation
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Wylfa SMR Project: Britain’s first modular nuclear fleet takes shape in North Wales in 2026
The Wylfa SMR Project in North Wales has moved into site-specific design, with Great British Energy – Nuclear and Rolls-Royce SMR advancing an initial three-reactor deployment planned to deliver around 1.4GWe of firm low-carbon power.
July 25, 2026
Holtec SMR-300 clears UK regulatory hurdle as Cottam nuclear data centre project moves a step closer to reality
UK regulators confirm no fundamental shortfalls in the Holtec SMR-300 reactor design after a comprehensive 19-month Generic Design Assessment, clearing a key hurdle for the Cottam nuclear data centre project. Read the full analysis.
March 31, 2026
Nuclear lifeline extended: Centrica and EDF’s bold move for UK energy
Centrica, in partnership with EDF, has announced a significant extension to the operational lives of four nuclear power…
December 6, 2024