UK plans to bury 140 tons of radioactive plutonium in deep nuclear graveyard
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The UK government has announced a major policy shift to immobilize its 140-ton plutonium stockpile, converting it into a ceramic-like form for safer long-term storage. This decision will lead to significant investment in West Cumbria, creating opportunities in research, engineering, and construction while enhancing safety and reducing maintenance costs for plutonium management.
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