Sizewell C update - July 2022

Sizewell C update - July 2022

Vegetated shingle on Sizewell Beach - Steve Aylward

Suffolk Wildlife Trust is very disappointed to learn that the Government has approved plans for Sizewell C.

Suffolk Wildlife Trust is very disappointed to learn that the Government has approved plans for Sizewell C, a decision that goes against the advice of the Examiners. The proposed development will be damaging to nature. We will be reviewing the reasons for the decision over the coming weeks and will continue to work with RSPB and others in the best interests of wildlife. We thank everyone who has supported us throughout the planning process and we will do all we can for Suffolk’s important wildlife.

Ben McFarland, Head of Conservation at Suffolk Wildlife Trust says, "We've worked for over a decade to stand up for nature on this precious stretch of coast. During the consultation period, we've made some significant improvements for wildlife over the years, but we maintain that this is not a suitable location, it's far too important for wildlife. We're hugely disappointed."

 

Find out more

Read the RSPB and Suffolk Wildlife Trust’s summary of key concerns 

More information and news updates:  

Sizewell C news updates 

Over 100,000 people are concerned about Sizewell C’s impacts on nature 

News release: Sizewell C threatens stunning wild coast 

Love Minsmere Live event hosted by Chris Packham and Megan McCubbin (27 Nov 2020):  

Suffolk Wildlife Trust's representation to the Planning Inspectorate (29th Sept 2020) 

Our stage 4 response (23 Sept 2019) 

Wildlife charities unite (27 May 2020):  

Further historical details