Transcript of Speeches

This transcript is a record of the Foreign Policy Centre debate at the Labour Party Conference 2004: "Should Environmentalists Learn to Love Nuclear?" Speakers Michael Meacher MP and Martin O'Neill MP discussed whether nuclear power is needed for meeting Britain's target of a 60% reduction in carbon emissions by 2050 to help tackle climate change.

Vuvu Msutwana-Qupe provided insight into how other countries deal with the same problems, with a presentation on South Africa's approach. In an original preface, Rod Liddle argues that we should overcome unfounded distaste for nuclear energy and recognise its overwhelming economic and environmental benefits.

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