UK government increases Civil Nuclear Constabulary staff to protect energy facilities amid climate protests.
The UK government has directed the Civil Nuclear Constabulary (CNC) to enhance staff levels to safeguard key energy facilities amid escalating climate protests by groups like Just Stop Oil and Greenpeace. Energy Secretary Ed Miliband has proposed expanding the CNC's responsibilities to include gas terminals, with the transition from the Ministry of Defence set for April. Initial efforts will focus on protecting coastal gas plants across the UK.
September 25, 2024
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