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Construction work will start on the \u00a32.5bn project next year led by publicly-owned Great British Energy-Nuclear using reactors designed by Rolls-Royce SMR.<\/p>\n
Initial plans are for for three SMRs on the site with the potential to host up to eight mini reactors.<\/p>\n
New nuclear energy should be flowing into the grid by 2030 with peak construction creating 3,000 jobs.<\/p>\n
Prime Minister Kier Starmer said: \u201cBritain was once a world-leader in nuclear power, but years of neglect and inertia has meant places like Anglesey have been let down and left behind.<\/p>\n
\u201cToday, that changes. We\u2019re using all the tools in our armoury \u2013 cutting red tape, changing planning laws, and backing growth \u2013 to deliver the country\u2019s first SMR in North Wales.\u201d<\/p>\n
This nuclear revival in Anglesey will fire up the Welsh economy, marking the start of a new era in British innovation and energy security.<\/p>\n
Great British Energy-Nuclear has also been tasked with identifying suitable sites for new large-scale nuclear reactors like Hinkley Point C and Sizewell C.<\/p>\n
Simon Bowen, Chair of Great British Energy-Nuclear, said: This is a historic moment for the UK, and is another momentous step in realising Britain\u2019s potential in leading the way on nuclear energy.<\/p>\n
\u201cThese first SMRs at Wylfa will lay the groundwork for a fleet-based approach to nuclear development, strengthening the UK\u2019s energy independence and bringing long-term investment to the local economy.<\/p>\n
\u201cWylfa has a proud history of nuclear excellence, and we\u2019re excited to build on that foundation to deliver jobs, training, and low-carbon energy for generations to come.\u201d<\/p>\n
Chris Cholerton, Chief Executive of Rolls-Royce SMR, added: \u201cWe will deliver nuclear power very differently by utilising modularisation and a high level of factory build, therefore minimising the impact on local people from infrastructure delivery.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n