Industry prepares for nuclear green light
Press Review 16 May 2005
British and international companies are preparing for ministers to back another generation of nuclear power stations, reports the FT.
Nuclear power may be only option, warns science adviser
Press Review 12 May 2005
Nuclear power may be the only option to reduce the emission of greenhouse gases, the government's chief scientific adviser has said.
Nuclear option not needed yet, says government adviser
Press Review 11 May 2005
As the debate on the future of the UK's energy supply continues, the government's chief scientific adviser has ruled out an immediate return to nuclear power.
Leak closes Thorp nuclear plant
Press Review 9 May 2005
A leak of highly radioactive nuclear fuel has forced the closure of Sellafield's Thorp reprocessing plant.
Beckett 'blocking' new nuclear power plants
News Article 8 May 2005
A row over the future of nuclear energy is threatening to turn into the first major policy debate of Labour's third term.
Fuel protestors back on Britain's roads
Press Review 26 April 2005
More than 50 vehicles were positioned outside two oil refineries in West Wales last night to protest against high fuel prices.
Tories apply pressure over nuclear power
Press Review 21 April 2005
The Conservatives have declared they are in favour, in principle, of a new generation of nuclear power stations.
Inquiry into Lake District wind farm begins
Press Review 20 April 2005
A planning inquiry into a giant wind farm planned for the edge of the Lake District National Park began yesterday.
European gas giants 'manipulating market'
News Article 23 March 2005
A committee of MPs has said British gas prices are "virtually at the whim" of European monopoly suppliers.
Coal power 'vital for Scotland's energy'
News Article 23 March 2005
A committee of MPs has said coal-burning power stations must be used to meet Scotland's energy needs.
Energy key to green economy, claims chancellor
Press Review 16 March 2005
In his first major speech on the environment yesterday, Gordon Brown said sustainability should be the "third objective" of economic policy after growth and social justice.
Labour pledges support for future of mining
News Article 3 March 2005
Mike O'Brien has defended Labour's policy on coal mining and pledged support for the long term survival of the industry.
Cash boost for Scottish wave power
News Article 3 March 2005
The energy minister has said the government is to invest more than £2 million in developing tidal energy.
Lib Dems to help OAPs insulate homes
News Article 25 February 2005
As Britain's cold spell continues, the Liberal Democrats have detailed plans to help pensioners save on their fuel bills.
Energy white paper
Policy Consultation 24 February 2005
Comment from the Liberal Democrats, the Institution of Electrical Engineers and the Energy Retail Association.
