New nuclear developments at Wylfa or Trawsfynydd could be a game-changer for the north Wales regional economy. Such projects would play an important role in the UK Government’s Levelling-Up agenda by bringing high-skilled, well-paid, long-term job opportunities to a rural area of the UK. It is vital that north Wales has the opportunity to benefit from the developments that arise from the UK-wide strategy to deliver net zero and achieve greater energy security.

New nuclear developments at Wylfa or Trawsfynydd could be a game-changer for the north Wales regional economy. Such projects would play an important role in the UK Government’s Levelling-Up agenda by bringing high-skilled, well-paid, long-term job opportunities to a rural area of the UK. It is vital that north Wales has the opportunity to benefit from the developments that arise from the UK-wide strategy to deliver net zero and achieve greater energy security. Type: conclusion | Number: 11 | Paragraph: 57 | Response status: not_addressed Government response: The Government welcomes the Welsh Affairs Committee session into this important topic. We recognise the potential significant impact new nuclear developments would have on the North Wales economy and for the local community. Wales has a long and proud history of nuclear skills and expertise, and we