The Polish cabinet has given its final approval to the latest update of the country’s nuclear energy programme after the completion of public consultations, a statement by Poland’s climate ministry said.

The aim of the programme is to build from 6,000 to 9,000 MW of installed nuclear capacity based on proven, large-scale, pressurised water nuclear reactors of Generation III and III+ design.

According to Poland’s climate minister Michal Kurtyka, the adoption of the programme is “a milestone” on the country's path to having nuclear energy, which it sees as a stable, zero-emission energy source.

“Thanks to nuclear power, we will be able to ensure Poland's energy security,” Mr Kurtyka said.