Nuclear power plants may not keep Britain's lights on, say Lib Dems

Party raises concerns over nuclear costs as Vince Cable says record low wind power prices should lead to 'radical reappraisal'New nuclear power stations may not be the best option for keeping Britain's lights on and meeting the country's carbon targets, the Liberal Democrats have said.The party said there were legitimate concerns over nuclear's cost and the risks it would not be delivered on time, just days after windfarms secured state support far more cheaply than the Hinkley Point C atomic power station. Continue reading...