Hinkley Point 'will cost public double the amount it should'

National Audit Office says nuclear project is 'risky and expensive' and has 'uncertain' economic benefits

Hinkley Point
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The controversial Hinkley Point nuclear plant project is "risky and expensive… with uncertain strategic and economic benefits", the government's official auditor said.

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