CND Press Digest: Friday 3rd March 2023

War In Ukraine/NATO

• Martin Kettle in The Guardian The UK government is also asking for consultation proposals to update policies on nuclear decommissioning and the management of radioactive substances, including radioactive waste.
• The National hears from experts on if nuclear power should form part of Scotland’s energy future.
• Britain’s nuclear industry will host a special conference for Cumbria’s leading businesses on 7 March.  

Nuclear Energy

• The first episode of a 3-part documentary on the sinking of the Rainbow Warrior aired on BBC 2 last night. Watch on BBC iPlayer here. Review here.
• Joe Biden’s administration is offering $1.2 billion in aid help nuclear plants to extend their lifetimes. The notice added that for the first time, the finding could be offered to plants that have already closed.

Fusion

• The Telegraph reports on how software developed in tandem with nuclear fusion research could help solve blackouts in Britain. Nizar Ben Ayed, fusion innovation technologist at the UK Atomic Energy Authority, said: “There is a rapidly emerging need for improved control systems. “This study has enabled UKAEA and Sygensys to explore the tech transfer potential of our fusion control software to help resolve grid stability issues and prevent blackouts.

Best,

Pádraig McCarrick

Press and Communications Officer

Campaign for Nuclear Disarmament