The UK nuclear supply chain has received a £13 million investment designed to boost services through the development of innovative practices and products.

The funding comes from the Nuclear Decommissioning Authority (NDA) and a range of other public bodies, and follows the decision to construct Hinkley Point C, the first new nuclear pwer station in over 20 years.

Energy minister Michael Fallon said: “This funding will help UK companies to compete for contracts in areas like construction, manufacturing, operation, maintenance and decommissioning and waste. We want to build a robust UK-based supply chain for existing and future nuclear power stations.”

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