How Boris Johnson is pinning his hopes on more nuclear energy

PM ‘makes clear’ strategy vision for energy source in meeting with industry leaders, writes Zoe Tidman

Boris Johnson met with nuclear industry leaders on Monday (AFP/Getty)

As the war in Ukraine escalates, so does Britain’s push for energy that does not come from Russia.

From renewable energy to North Sea fossil fuels, the government is looking to boost its domestic energy output across the board.

Nuclear power has also entered the mix. And now, Boris Johnson wants it to account for a quarter of our electricity.