There has been a mounting concern that there are moves afoot to push through a decision on nuclear power over the next few months.  The following was reported from a cabinet meeting on 9 November:

“2.9 Establishment of the National Nuclear Energy Executive Coordination Committee
Cabinet approved the establishment of the National Nuclear Energy Executive Coordination Committee (NNEECC) to implement a phased decision making approach to the nuclear programme. Cabinet further approved the establishment of the nuclear energy technical committee (NETC) to support the NNEECC.”

Of particular concern is the technical committee.  Continue reading →