EDF, which operates Heysham 1&2, recently announced plans to invest an additional £1.3 billion in the UK’s five generating nuclear power stations from 2024 to 2026.

Beyond their crucial role in contributing to lower carbon energy production and enhancing energy resilience, they play a substantial part in both the national and local economy.

Today I was pleased to support Lancaster City Council’s calls to protect the 1,500 high skilled jobs that the power stations. You can read my letter below: