Nuclear Energy: Small Modular Reactors

Debate between Lord Baker of Dorking and Lord Henley

Monday 10th June 2019 Lords Chamber

[Lord Henley]

My Lords, that will depend on whatever proposal is put forward.

[Lord Baker of Dorking (Con)]

My Lords, is the Minister aware that at Sellafield there is a university technical college for training 14 to 18 year-olds? Last July, 80% of its leavers became apprentices in the industry and 20% went on to study nuclear and STEM courses at university. We are providing the expert staff of the future for not only Sellafield but other sites.

[Lord Henley]

I am grateful to my noble friend for reminding the House of the success of UTCs and, in particular, the UTC in that area.