Shapps visits Kyiv as UK broadcasts assist for Ukraine’s nuclear power provide
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K Government assist for Ukraine’s nuclear gas provide will assist finish the nation’s reliance on Russian provides, Grant Shapps mentioned after a visit to a Ukrainian energy station.
The Government has introduced its intention to offer a £192 million mortgage assure by means of UK Export Finance (UKEF) – the UK’s export credit score company – enabling UK-headquartered Urenco to produce Ukraine’s nationwide nuclear firm, Energoatom, with uranium enrichment companies, that are very important for nuclear gas.
The Department for Energy Security and Net Zero mentioned that, as soon as offered, the assist will deliver the UK’s non-military monetary help to Ukraine near £5 billion.
On his go to to Ukraine, Mr Shapps additionally visited a youngsters’s nursery attended by Nikita, the younger son of the household he took in underneath the Homes for Ukraine scheme.
The Energy Secretary performed a recorded message from Nikita for the kids, the Government mentioned.
Mr Shapps additionally visited Kyiv, the place he met with senior Ukrainian ministers and power business figures to debate Ukraine’s restoration and ongoing UK assist.
And he additionally visited an influence station present process repairs after being broken by Russian bombing.
Mr Shapps mentioned: “Our support for Ukraine is unwavering in the face of (Russian President Vladimir) Putin’s barbaric invasion – the UK continues to stand with Ukraine as they repel Russian attacks and rebuild their country.
“Being here on the ground, it’s truly remarkable witnessing first-hand the sheer courage, resolve and gritty determination of the Ukrainian people.
“Putin has used energy as a weapon of war: the action today to support nuclear fuel deliveries will help Ukraine end their reliance on Russian supplies and bolster their energy security.”