RICS comment on Energy White Paper

Commenting on the Government's announcement to allow energy companies to invest in nuclear power, RICS public policy officer, Nadia Nath-Varma said: "The Government's decision to allow energy companies to invest in nuclear power cannot happen in isolation. Any decision to build nuclear power stations must be part of a national infrastructure framework so that decisions can be integrated into a wider, holistic development plan. Only this will provide a foundation for creating sustainable communities. However, the Government must think beyond nuclear and act upon delivery. Energy policy should be formulated around detail and commitment rather than on grand gestures. The Government must offer consumers incentives if they are to change how they live and work."