Anthony Albanese (Grayndler, Australian Labor Party, Prime Minister) Share this | Hansard source

As the International Energy Agency says, nuclear will play an important role in a range of countries. But, for Australia, it does not make sense. It does not make economic sense. When it comes to Britain, the Hinkley Point C nuclear plant was initially due to be operational in 2017. It was supposed to cost $35 billion. Now it will open sometime after 2031, more than a decade late, and it will cost about $90 billion for one reactor in the UK.

That's why when I'm asked about other jurisdictions—let's talk about some jurisdictions closer to home. New South Wales opposition leader: 'We can't wait for nuclear.' Victorian opposition leader: 'There are prohibitions in place, so I'm not racing along the nuclear path.' Victorian Nats leader: 'You wouldn't be surprised that our view is exactly the same as John Pesutto's.' Queensland LNP leader: 'I've been very consistent with it. Nuclear is not part of planning in Queensland.'

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