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"@sayno2sizewellc.bsky.social is determined to use every avenue open to us to ensure public scrutiny and environmental assessment of the two additional huge sea defences that #SizewellC have committed to install in an extreme sea level rise scenario"
#StopSizewellC
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

Sizewell C opponents to appeal High Court decision

Together Against Sizewell C challenges the refusal of a judicial review into the site's plans.

www.bbc.co.uk

February 9, 2026 at 5:14 PM

stopsizewellc.bsky.social

@stopsizewellc.bsky.social

"#SizewellC said there would be a "noticeable increase" in marine activity due to multiple planned operational and survey activities. Desalination and combined drainage outfall works will see a large number of vessels off the shore.." 😡
#StopSizewellC
www.eadt.co.uk/news/2582339...

People warned of increased offshore activity along Suffolk coast

There will be more work offshore at Sizewell C, while a with a 500m platform stretching into the North Sea.

www.eadt.co.uk

February 9, 2026 at 8:37 AM

stopsizewellc.bsky.social

@stopsizewellc.bsky.social

Says the @The_ONR: "'Significant' fire risks have been uncovered at [#HinkleyC] the first #nuclear plant to be built in Britain for 30 years, including flammable materials left on emergency exit stairs"
#StopSizewellC
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

Hinkley Point C: 'Significant' fire risks at nuclear plant site

Fire enforcement notices have been served to five contractors working on the Somerset site.

www.bbc.co.uk

February 7, 2026 at 5:27 PM

stopsizewellc.bsky.social

@stopsizewellc.bsky.social

"The government [calls this] the most ambitious civil #nuclear prog in 1/2 century. But the policy hinges on persuading private investors to underwrite projects that traditionally have relied on state support because of complexity and cost"
#StopSizewellC
www.newcivilengineer.com/latest/gover...

Government announces framework for advanced nuclear reactor developers | New Civil Engineer

Announced today, 4 February, the Advanced Nuclear Framework establishes a government‑managed pipeline of projects that meet basic readiness criteria and

www.newcivilengineer.com

February 5, 2026 at 6:48 PM

stopsizewellc.bsky.social

@stopsizewellc.bsky.social

Spotted the archaeology at #SizewellC on the latest series of #DiggingforBritain? Oxford Cotswold Archaeology are hosting an open day in Yoxford Village Hall to showcase the finds, 21 & 22 February, 10am-4pm, no tickets needed.
#StopSizewellC
cotswoldarchaeology.co.uk/event/sizewe...

Sizewell C Archaeology Open Day, Yoxford Village Hall

cotswoldarchaeology.co.uk

February 3, 2026 at 1:59 PM

stopsizewellc.bsky.social

@stopsizewellc.bsky.social

"There's a political battle in Scotland over the "#nucleartax" — a levy Scottish households [are] paying for #nuclear construction 100s of miles away..#SizewellC [which] has ballooned beyond its original budget and raising Qs about who should foot the bill"
#StopSizewellC
www.msn.com/en-us/money/...

February 3, 2026 at 1:52 PM

stopsizewellc.bsky.social

@stopsizewellc.bsky.social

"Sir Keir Starmer’s plan for a #nuclear renaissance faces a rearguard action from Labour MPs and wildlife charities over claims it will be a “catastrophe” for nature."
#StopSizewellC
www.telegraph.co.uk/business/202...

Labour backbenchers revolt over Starmer’s nuclear plans

Ministers accused of scapegoating protected species for construction failures

www.telegraph.co.uk

February 2, 2026 at 6:00 PM

stopsizewellc.bsky.social

@stopsizewellc.bsky.social

Oh joy, 2,000 workers at #SizewellC. Only another 6,500 to go....
#StopSizewellC
www.niauk.org/sizewell-c-s...

Sizewell C surpasses 2,000 on-site workers milestone in Suffolk - Nuclear Industry Association

Over 2,000 people are now at work on site at Sizewell C each day, as the project continues to make significant progress on the Suffolk coast.

www.niauk.org

January 31, 2026 at 5:11 PM

stopsizewellc.bsky.social

@stopsizewellc.bsky.social

It's relentless. North, South, West, East, everywhere you go there are road closures by #SizewellC and because of #ScottishPower's EA1N and EA2. #Sealink and #LionLink will only make it worse. #CumulativeImpact
#StopSizewellC
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

A12 in Suffolk to close for weekend for Sizewell C works

The official diversion route could see nearly 100 miles added to journeys.

www.bbc.co.uk

January 29, 2026 at 3:03 PM

stopsizewellc.bsky.social

@stopsizewellc.bsky.social

So it transpires @NationalGrid admit they made a boo boo, mixed up the Representations and will have to re-publish this document. How are we ever to trust anything they say? (NB The Crown Estate does want to be an Interested Party in #SeaLink's Examination) #StopSizewellC

stopsizewellc.bsky.social @stopsizewellc.bsky.social · 15d

King Charles' objections to #SeaLink inc #CumulativeImpact "Sea Link is one of several uncoordinated projects (Nautilus Lion Link #SizewellC). Lack of oversight and coordination is leading to overwhelming disruption"
Yup! #StopSizewellC
nsip-documents.planninginspectorate.gov.uk/published-do... p17

January 28, 2026 at 4:46 PM

stopsizewellc.bsky.social

@stopsizewellc.bsky.social

The Policy Exchange event with John Fingleton this story is based on is regularly eye-popping. Lots of blaming junior staff for being insufficiently willing to take #nuclear risks! (see www.youtube.com/watch?v=vWsp...)
#StopSizewellC
www.telegraph.co.uk/business/202...

Slow worms blamed for holding up Britain’s nuclear deterrent

Economists warn project is ‘above budget’ as removal of legless lizards delays expansion

www.telegraph.co.uk

January 28, 2026 at 2:17 PM

stopsizewellc.bsky.social

@stopsizewellc.bsky.social

King Charles' objections to #SeaLink inc #CumulativeImpact "Sea Link is one of several uncoordinated projects (Nautilus Lion Link #SizewellC). Lack of oversight and coordination is leading to overwhelming disruption"
Yup! #StopSizewellC
nsip-documents.planninginspectorate.gov.uk/published-do... p17

January 27, 2026 at 2:02 PM

stopsizewellc.bsky.social

@stopsizewellc.bsky.social

12 today: John Fingleton discusses "streamlining" #nuclear development (his review outcomes are unsurprising since the PM said he wanted to "rip up the rules"). How will the downgrading of Habitat Regulations and weakening of ALARP be justified?
#StopSizewellC
policyexchange.org.uk/events/makin...

Making UK Nuclear Work: A conversation with John Fingleton CBE - Policy Exchange

Event Details: Date: Tuesday 27th January 2026 Time: 12:00-13:00 Venue: In Person and Online In Person Registration Webinar Registration About this Event Keynote remarks by John Fingleton CBE Chair of...

policyexchange.org.uk

January 27, 2026 at 9:31 AM

stopsizewellc.bsky.social

@stopsizewellc.bsky.social

#SizewellC buses are already a pretty common sight on local roads (often with barely anyone on board) and look set to substantially increase. At #HinkleyC it is rare for five minutes to pass without seeing one - or several - often similarly empty
#StopSizewellC
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

Plans for new Ipswich bus depot for Sizewell C workers

Sizewell C says it will operate 24 hours a day.

www.bbc.co.uk

January 26, 2026 at 4:50 PM

stopsizewellc.bsky.social

@stopsizewellc.bsky.social

Those who helped develop the #nuclear #RegulatedAssetBase aka the #nucleartax will profit from it at our expense: #AmberInfrastructure is now an investor in #SizewellC
#StopSizewellC
www.energyvoice.com/renewables-e...

Architects of the new nuclear funding model

Amber Infrastructure was the first investment firm to work on an innovative funding model now adapted for the nuclear power industry.

www.energyvoice.com

January 23, 2026 at 6:59 PM

stopsizewellc.bsky.social

@stopsizewellc.bsky.social

Have your say! "Given the scale of energy projects in E Suffolk and the thousands of construction workers needed, some impacts are inevitable. @EastSuffolk is trying to manage current and future workforce accommodation needs"
#StopSizewellC
Survey here: www.eastsuffolk.gov.uk/news/accommo...

January 22, 2026 at 12:42 PM

stopsizewellc.bsky.social

@stopsizewellc.bsky.social

"The #Nuclear Regulatory Review made recommendations to ease nuclear development, including proposals to weaken Habitats Regulations. The Wildlife Trusts claim the review is based on flawed evidence and could have a catastrophic effect on nature"
#StopSizewellC
www.theengineer.co.uk/content/news...

Nature groups question Fingleton nuclear review - The Engineer

More than a dozen environmental groups and over 60 MPs are questioning the evidence in the Nuclear Regulatory Review

www.theengineer.co.uk

January 22, 2026 at 12:35 PM

stopsizewellc.bsky.social

@stopsizewellc.bsky.social

Hah! Good luck with that! "Europe’s biggest #nuclear power operator #EDF has set an ambitious target to repeat its achievements in the 1980s, when it turned out dozens of reactors across France, taking roughly six years for each."
#StopSIzewellC
www.ft.com/content/38bb...

January 20, 2026 at 2:12 PM

stopsizewellc.bsky.social

@stopsizewellc.bsky.social

Shocking drone footage found on youtube, taken yesterday, of Thorpeness erosion. We still consider it astonishing that building nearby #SizewellC on this coast is not hugely risky, or that its massive sea defences won't make erosion elsewhere worse #StopSizewellC
www.youtube.com/watch?v=9HcT...

January 19, 2026 at 5:15 PM

stopsizewellc.bsky.social

@stopsizewellc.bsky.social

"much more has been revealed about the Anglo-Saxon cemetery [excavated because of #SizewellC] since #DiggingforBritain..."It's completely new for Anglo-Saxon East Anglia and extremely rare in the record for the Anglo-Saxon world at the time"
#StopSizewellC
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

Sizewell princely cemetery reveals more Anglo-Saxon secrets

www.bbc.co.uk

January 18, 2026 at 3:11 PM

stopsizewellc.bsky.social

@stopsizewellc.bsky.social

⚠️National Grid are delivering #Lionlink consultation documents and Questionnaires to local households. #WalberswickAgainstLionLink advises DON'T FILL IN THESE FORMS. ⚠️ ALL WELCOME at a PUBLIC MEETING Sat 24th January, 10am Walberswick Village Hall.
www.suffolknews.co.uk/southwold/op...

Operator publishes refined proposals for subsea cable which could connect UK and Netherlands

National Grid Ventures has published its refined proposals for a subsea energy cable which could connect the UK and the Netherlands.

www.suffolknews.co.uk

January 15, 2026 at 6:50 PM

stopsizewellc.bsky.social

@stopsizewellc.bsky.social

Foresight! In June 2022 our advertising campaign in #Westminster tube used the government's own impact assessment on the cost of #nuclear, using their low, medium and high estimates. And where did we end up for #SizewellC? £38billion and it will surely rise. #StopSizewellC

January 15, 2026 at 12:14 PM

stopsizewellc.bsky.social

@stopsizewellc.bsky.social

Digging for Britain, tonight 9pm and now on iplayer, featuring #SizewellC finds, sadly which won't #StopSizewellC
www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m...

BBC Two - Digging for Britain, Series 13, Our Rarest Find and Biggest Dig

An astonishing Iron Age hoard, the UK’s biggest dig and Romano-British interior design.

www.bbc.co.uk

January 14, 2026 at 8:26 PM

stopsizewellc.bsky.social

@stopsizewellc.bsky.social

TAKE ACTION! @the-wildlifetrusts.bsky.social on The Fingleton Review to slash #nuclear regulation; "Recommendations will take away the protections that make legally protected sites and landscapes safe havens for wildlife, nature and people"
#StopSizewellC
action.wildlifetrusts.org/page/183790/...