Blair’s Disastrous orientation on nuclear Power

The Campaign for Nuclear Disarmament reacted with dismay to Tony Blair’s announcement today that nuclear power is back on the agenda 'with a vengeance'. In a speech to the Confederation of British Industry, Mr Blair is expected to make clear his support for new nuclear power stations even though this will have no positive effect in dealing with climate change. Many recent studies, including one by the parliamentary all-party environment audit committee, have stated unequivocally that new nuclear power stations will not solve the climate change problem, especially since no new nuclear power stations could be ready for at least 10 years. Even doubling the amount of nuclear power in the UK would only reduce greenhouse gas emissions by about 8% because transport and industry account for the majority of carbon emissions.

Kate Hudson, Chair of the Campaign for Nuclear Disarmament, said, “Tony Blair must know that nuclear power does not make economic or environmental sense, and that it will do nothing to solve climate change. It is incomprehensible that he accepts the spin of the nuclear industry and comes to the conclusion that the UK needs more nuclear power. Any decision on nuclear power must come as the result of a full public parliamentary debate. Nuclear power is money down the drain that is going to produce major environmental and health hazards without solving the climate change issue.”

Ms Hudson continued, “The amount of money invested in producing nuclear power could produce far more sustainable energy, much more rapidly. Nuclear power is inherently dangerous and we must halt any plans for new nuclear power stations in the UK. We need a safe, genuinely sustainable, global and green solution to our energy needs. A combination of renewable energy sources and energy efficiency measures which are safe, effective and proven technologies are available now. The government must live up to its Kyoto agreements and invest in sustainable clean solutions to climate change.”

Merseyside CND Peace Festival

Unfortunately we have had to postpone the above event (originally timed for June 3rd) because of the illness of Dave Cox, the driving force behind the project. It may be rescheduled for September 21st – International Day of Peace – If you’d like to make it happen contact MCND Office. NB Dave is out of hospital and doing well.

The People’s Centre Grand Open Day

Friday 2nd June
Refreshments and activities from  10am-7pm (by invitation) 2pm Formal opening: Tony Woodley 4pm open to the general public
52, Mount Pleasant.0151 709 3995

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