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IEA praises nuclear's role in Finnish policy
Finland's energy policy framework - including the expanded use of nuclear energy - paves the way for a more sustainable energy system in the longer term, according to the International Energy Agency (IEA). Click here to visit the WNN site and find out more
Swedish plants look to 60 years
Vattenfall has announced it is planning to operate its newest nuclear units at Forsmark and Ringhals for up to 60 years thanks to an extensive upgrade program. Click here to visit the WNN site and find out more
Terrorists target Areva site
Areva has confirmed that thirteen people have been injured in a terrorist attack at its Somair uranium mine in Niger. The site was the target of one of two simultaneous attacks in the north-west of the country. Click here to visit the WNN site and find out more