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A report highlights that spurious legal challenges have delayed the construction of Hinkley Point C and Sizewell C nuclear power stations by 1,754 days, potentially costing taxpayers billions. The longest delay was 625 days due to a failed appeal.

The report emphasizes that financing costs exacerbate the financial implications of these delays. With the expected costs of Hinkley Point C ballooning to £46 billion and Sizewell C to £38 billion, the UK faces significant hurdles in nuclear energy development, despite government initiatives aimed at revitalizing the sector.