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DoLGE to monitor nuclear situation

by isleofman.com 11th November 2009

Nuclear power is back on the agenda in the United Kingdom, with proposed sites for new reactors surrounding the Isle of Man.

Ten locations have been identified, most of which already house facilities, but new developments could see the working lives of plants extended for decades.

Many of the sites are on the 'nuclear coast' of Cumbria, including Sellafield, which is adding to long held concerns over nuclear waste in the Irish Sea

Minister for Local Government and the Environment John Shimmin says he understands people's fears, and his department will be monitoring the situation closely:



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Posted by isleofman.com
Wednesday 11th, November 2009 06:00pm.

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