General · 2 July 2026

Polish Billionaire's £35bn UK Nuclear Plan: 14 Reactors, 8 Million Homes

A Polish billionaire's group wants to build 14 small nuclear reactors in the UK using £35bn of private money. These reactors could power 8 million homes for over 60 years and generate electricity by 2034. The consortium is seeking three sites, including a former plant in Gloucestershire, and a government contract guaranteeing electricity prices.

By BriefTea Editorial · 2 July 2026 at 15:36

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