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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
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Holly Williams

THE TRUTH ABOUT: Two uk nuclear power stations given further one year extensions - Caught on Camera

British Gas owner Centrica has cheered further one-year extensions for two nuclear power stations in which it has a 20% share as it further cements its ‘longstanding involvement’ in the industry (Alamy/PA) -

Two British nuclear power stations have been given further one-year extensions in a move securing more than 1,000 jobs for longer.

Heysham 1 in Lancashire and Hartlepool in Teesside – majority-owned and run by French firm EDF Energy – are now expected to generate electricity until March 2028, one year later than previously expected.

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