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UK looks to nuclear power to cut Russian energy dependence

Prime Minister Boris Johnson has announced plans to build more nuclear power plants, boost production of renewable energy and further tap domestic oil and gas reserves to help the U.K. reduce its dependence on Russian energy following the invasion of Ukraine

The Independent UK

Boris Johnson pledges 'up to 8' nuclear reactors in 8 years - where they could be

Boris Johnson unveiled a major expansion of nuclear power as part of the Government's new energy strategy. But plans to build a string of new reactors are light on detail.

Daily Mirror

Johnson’s energy security strategy won’t bring down our eye-watering heating bills

This plan could have ended dependence on Russian gas and tackled the cost of living crisis. Thanks to Tory backbenchers, it did neither, says climate writer Eleanor Salter

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UK Sport puts ‘inclusion’ first after PM comments on transgender women in sport

Prime Minister Boris Johnson said on Wednesday that banning biological males from female-only sporting events “seems sensible”.

The Independent UK

Transgender cyclist Emily Bridges set for lottery funding if allowed to compete

UK Sport says it is up to individual sports to decide who is eligible as chief executive praises ‘incredible resilience’ of cyclist

The Guardian - UK

PM criticised for failing to push onshore wind or subsidise home insulation

Boris Johnson accused of missed opportunities in UK energy security plan – partly because of backbench pressure

The Guardian - UK

UK looking at extra military aid for Ukraine as Russian attacks continue

Boris Johnson said ‘we are certainly looking at what more military assistance we can give’ after reports that the UK could send armoured vehicles.

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Boris Johnson energy strategy branded 'a missed opportunity'

The long-awaited UK government energy strategy leans heavily on nuclear power and boosting North Sea production while avoiding alternatives like onshore wind farms.

Daily Record

‘Keep families out of it’: Boris Johnson ducks question about non-dom status of Sunak’s wife

‘It is very important in politics to try and keep people’s families out of it’

The Independent UK

UK’s energy strategy may take years to bring down bills, says Kwarteng

Business secretary says Boris Johnson’s long-delayed plan is ‘more of a medium-term answer’

The Guardian - UK

British voters want lying politicians to face consequences – new study

Does the British public care about the integrity and honesty of its politicians? The answer to this question may profoundly shape domestic politics in the weeks ahead. The Metropolitan police are in the process of issuing fines to government officials who broke lockdown restrictions in 2020 and 2021, and the…

The Conversation

Energy strategy will do little to alleviate soaring bills now, minister admits

Critics accused the Government of failing to focus on insulating homes and cheap onshore wind.

The Independent UK

'Completely unacceptable' SNP minister rages at UK government over energy strategy communication

Michael Matheson, Cabinet Secretary for Net Zero, Energy and Transport, revealed he was not given a copy of Boris Johnson strategy ahead of its publication.

Daily Record

The UK is cut adrift by Johnson’s Brexit fantasy – when Ukraine shows the need for solidarity

For all the prime minister’s ambitions on the world stage, the big decisions are being made by Washington and Brussels, says Guardian columnist Martin Kettle

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The Independent UK

PM promises to take back control of energy costs with nuclear expansion

Ministers are promising ‘cleaner and more affordable energy’ to be made in the UK.

Wales Online

Just days left to register if you want to vote in elections on May 5

It will be the first UK-wide test for Boris Johnson's Government since Covid, Brexit and Partygate

The Guardian - UK

EU divisions over Ukraine to be laid bare in No 10 meeting

Analysis: Boris Johnson to tread fine line between Germany and Poland as leaders discuss Russia sanctions

The Guardian - UK

Battle still on to protect trans people under conversion ban, say Tory MPs

About 50 MPs could force government to back move to extend protections as Johnson criticised for ‘wrong signals’

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Wales Online

Ukraine morning briefing: Mariupol’s dead put at 5,000

Eastern area of the country now braces for sustained Russian attacks

Daily Record

Boris Johnson energy strategy review could have big impact on Scotland

The long-awaited energy strategy from the UK Government could be good news for oil, gas and renewable sectors in Scotland.

The Independent UK

Deadline nears to register to vote in May elections

It will be the first big test at the ballot box for Boris Johnson since the ‘partygate’ scandal.

The Independent UK

How can the UK cut reliance on Russian fossil fuels and curb energy bills?

Options range from increasing production elsewhere to more renewables and reducing energy demand.

Wales Online

EDF energy prices rise by 4% in France compared to 54% in UK

State-owned firm was forced to take a £7billion pound hit to protect French households

The Independent UK

What the papers say – April 7

Thursday’s papers are dominated by tax controversies and comments from Boris Johnson.

Wales Online

Boris Johnson vows to take back control of energy prices

Labour accuses Boris Johnson of 'caving in' to backbenchers over energy costs

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