The UK has announced plans to build its first small modular reactors (SMRs) at Wylfa, Anglesey, with a government investment of £2.5 billion. The project aims to support up to 3,000 jobs and supply power to three million homes by the mid-2030s. The decision has sparked controversy, notably from the US, which preferred a large-scale project by Westinghouse. The site’s selection reflects a strategic move to revive UK nuclear industry and boost energy security.