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Old 13th-August-2008, 09:31 AM
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British Energy has reported a 66% drop in quarterly profits, hit by falls in production from the group's ageing nuclear power stations.

The firm made profit before tax of £101m for the three months to 29 June, compared with £296m a year ago.

BBC NEWS | Business | British Energy sees profits fall
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Old 1st-October-2008, 09:41 AM
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Residents living near existing nuclear reactors only have "qualified support" for new power stations, a study shows.

While most locals trusted the operators of their nearby power station, some had a strong distrust of the UK Government and the nuclear industry, it added.

BBC NEWS | Science & Environment | Mixed views on new nuclear build
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