Survey Findings

We surveyed the 300+ businesses that make up the Consortium’s membership on just how important Sizewell C is to their business and its ability to invest in upskilling the next generation of nuclear experts.

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Businesses feel that the UK is suffering from a skills shortage

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Which is hampering the delivery of projects

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SZC FID will lead to more apprentices in the UK

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And so will implementing a fleet approach

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Which will have an increased and immediate impact, with benefits set to occur within this parliamentary term

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56% expect to increase the number of apprenticeships their organisation can offer within 1 year after FID and construction starting

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70% expect these apprentices to start working on Sizewell C within 3+ years after FID and construction starting

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Through giving businesses the confidence to invest, Sizewell C will drive investment in thousands of apprenticeships and training opportunities across the country.

The project will act as a catalyst for economic growth by creating good jobs, upskilling Britain's workers and reviving our industrial heartlands. Without another site for workers to move to, thousands face having to transition out of the nuclear industry, taking their expertise with them.

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Methodology
- All of the businesses within the Sizewell C Consortium were given the opportunity to provide feedback on their views towards Sizewell C.
- Members were invited to complete a short (c.5 minute) survey, which was open for completion between 21st January and 6th February
- We received 71 total responses representing 68 total businesses.
- Therefore, our effective base size is N=68