Britons widely support renewable energy but remain unconvinced it can deliver affordable, reliable power on its own, with nuclear the country’s preferred future electricity source, new YouGov research suggests.

The research, commissioned by Eland Cables, shows that 21% of Britons think nuclear should be prioritised, ahead of solar (19%) and offshore wind (18%).

47% support nuclear power stations, although support falls to 38% when developments are proposed locally.