Americium
(asked on 5th January 2026) - View Source
Question to the Department for Energy Security & Net Zero:
To ask His Majesty's Government whether they plan to allow private sector bids for use of americium produced from used nuclear reactor fuel.
This question was answered on 19th January 2026
The department recognises the potential importance of americium for advanced technologies, including space power systems.
Whilst no decisions have been taken, government continue to explore opportunities for collaboration with industry. Any future private sector involvement would need to comply with strict safety, security and regulatory frameworks.