Prototype nuclear fusion plant to be hosted at West Burton power station site

Cecilia Keating
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The 2GW West Burton A coal station | Credit: EDF
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The 2GW West Burton A coal station | Credit: EDF

Local leaders and universities hail decision as major boost to regional economy

The site of a former coal and gas power plant in Nottinghamshire has been selected by the government as the location for a prototype nuclear fusion power station, which could pave the way for a new form...

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