A conservation charity has warned a new nuclear plant at Bradwell could have a “major impact” on the wildlife in the Blackwater estuary.
The news comes as Chinese president Xi Jinping visits the UK for talks over a £2billion deal for Hinkley Point station, in Somerset, paving the way for a new nuclear plant at Bradwell.
Groups fighting against plans for the potential new Chinese-run power station have upped their campaign as the Chinese president visits the UK.
But now the RSPB has said, despite being neutral when it comes to nuclear power, it fears a new reactor could have a significant effect on the environment and wildlife.
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