| The most recent energy review was initiated by the government when it became obvious that the required contribution of renewable energy to the UK electrical generating capacity would not materialise; the effect of the increases in oil and gas prices also had an influence. In anticipation that it may therefore be necessary to justify new nuclear build in public, the argument is presented here for sustainable nuclear electric power development: its practicability, economics and new build; effects on health; safety; security; the environment; and issues and opportunities to overcome barriers to its development. This is argued in the context that the United Nations has recognised that the issues facing the international community go far beyond fighting wars and must include, inter alia, campaigns to fight poverty, environmental destruction and weapons proliferation and has suggested overhauling the international system to prevent the spread of nuclear weapons. The practicalities of deployment of nuclear energy to offset world poverty are discussed, principal objectives identified and legal measures to overcome barriers to the continuing development of nuclear energy are suggested. |
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