Written questions

Nuclear Power: South Korea

Lords · Question HL6166 · Tabled 25 Mar 2025 · Department for Energy Security and Net Zero · Official record

Answered 8 Apr 2025

Question

Asked by Lord Wigley

To ask His Majesty's Government whether they have held, or plan to hold, discussions with the government of South Korea on the potential for joint projects to accelerate the roll-out of nuclear-generated electricity in the UK.

Answer

Answered by Lord Hunt of Kings Heath, 8 Apr 2025

The UK has a strong civil nuclear relationship with the Republic of Korea, including an annual Civil Nuclear Dialogue, where officials from both governments discuss shared challenges and opportunities to collaborate.