I have been aware of negotiations between Hitachi and the government over buying land at Wylfa and I am very much encouraged that Great British Nuclear – the organisation tasked with delivering new nuclear - has now confirmed it.
Such a purchase is crucial in my view – a point I have made to ministers, the chancellor, and the Prime Minister on several occasions. As everyone knows, I will continue to keep the pressure up until contracts are signed.
The nuclear industry is unanimous that Wylfa is the best site in Europe for large-scale nuclear. It would be the largest inward investment in Welsh history and transformational for the people of north-west Wales.
Most importantly, it is positive news for my Ynys Môn constituents; new nuclear at Wylfa means good quality local jobs to keep our island communities together and protect the Welsh language after years of neglect.
I know the vast majority of islanders want the jobs and prosperity it will bring. Those who oppose it are opposing progress for Ynys Môn and for the UK’s energy security and net zero ambitions.
