Menu
01/10/2007
Arrests At Faslane Demonstration Close
Police have arrested 160 people today as protestors gathered to celebrate the end of a year-long demonstration at the Trident nuclear submarine base in Faslane.
Police moved in to clear the road as around 500 protestors gathered outside the gates of the Faslane Naval Base.
Some protestors chained themselves together and a few glued themselves to the roadway in an attempt to blockades the gates.
The SNP-led administration on Scotland are opposed to the renewal of the nuclear submarine fleet based at Faslane. The demonstration has attracted the support of SNP and Green Party MSPs.
The issue of nuclear deterrent weaponry is one 'reserved' by the Westminster government.
(SP)
Police moved in to clear the road as around 500 protestors gathered outside the gates of the Faslane Naval Base.
Some protestors chained themselves together and a few glued themselves to the roadway in an attempt to blockades the gates.
The SNP-led administration on Scotland are opposed to the renewal of the nuclear submarine fleet based at Faslane. The demonstration has attracted the support of SNP and Green Party MSPs.
The issue of nuclear deterrent weaponry is one 'reserved' by the Westminster government.
(SP)
Related UK National News Stories
Click here for the latest headlines.
04 December 2006
PM unveils nuclear weapons plans
Prime Minister Tony Blair has told the Commons that the UK's current Trident missile system will have to be replaced. Speaking to the House of Commons, Mr Blair said that the decision to maintain the government's independent nuclear power deterrent was "fully consistent with all our international obligations".
PM unveils nuclear weapons plans
Prime Minister Tony Blair has told the Commons that the UK's current Trident missile system will have to be replaced. Speaking to the House of Commons, Mr Blair said that the decision to maintain the government's independent nuclear power deterrent was "fully consistent with all our international obligations".
21 April 2004
Sellafield set to reduce radioactive discharges
Sellafield, the British Nuclear Fuels-run power station in Cumbria, is set to cut discharges of a certain type of radioactive material by 90% – waste matter which had been pumped into the Irish Sea.
Sellafield set to reduce radioactive discharges
Sellafield, the British Nuclear Fuels-run power station in Cumbria, is set to cut discharges of a certain type of radioactive material by 90% – waste matter which had been pumped into the Irish Sea.
10 June 2003
Funding drive for renewable energy sources
A solar powered petrol station and the largest planned solar power installation in the UK are two of the 21 projects to receive £2 million funding, Energy Minister Brian Wilson announced today. The funding is for 21 projects that are spread geographically from the Western Isles to Cornwall and from London to Llannelli.
Funding drive for renewable energy sources
A solar powered petrol station and the largest planned solar power installation in the UK are two of the 21 projects to receive £2 million funding, Energy Minister Brian Wilson announced today. The funding is for 21 projects that are spread geographically from the Western Isles to Cornwall and from London to Llannelli.
21 September 2015
£2bn Guarantee Announced For Nuclear Power Plant
The government has announce financial support of £2 billion for a new nuclear power station in Somerset. Announcing the government guarantee Chancellor of the Exchequer, George Osborne, said that nuclear power stations are "essential to make sure the lights stay on".
£2bn Guarantee Announced For Nuclear Power Plant
The government has announce financial support of £2 billion for a new nuclear power station in Somerset. Announcing the government guarantee Chancellor of the Exchequer, George Osborne, said that nuclear power stations are "essential to make sure the lights stay on".
04 September 2014
EDF To Close Four Nuclear Reactors
Four nuclear reactors at Heysham 1 and Hartlepool power stations are to shut down to allow a detailed programme of boiler inspections to take place, EDF Energy has announced. The action was taken after the discovery of a crack on a component known as a boiler spine at Heysham 1.
EDF To Close Four Nuclear Reactors
Four nuclear reactors at Heysham 1 and Hartlepool power stations are to shut down to allow a detailed programme of boiler inspections to take place, EDF Energy has announced. The action was taken after the discovery of a crack on a component known as a boiler spine at Heysham 1.
-
Northern Ireland WeatherThis Evening and Tonight:A dry night, save for a few light showers around the coasts, with prolonged clear spells and light winds bringing a frosty dawn for many in central and southern parts. Minimum temperature -3 °C.
