Nuclear power operator British Energy said on Thursday it is in advanced discussions with one party, which industry sources have said is France's Electricite De France.
The company said in a statement there was no certainty the talks would lead to an offer. The two companies have been trying to hammer out a deal for months, while one industry source told Reuters it was hoped a deal could be completed in the next two weeks.
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In the Orthodox calendar, Easter falls one week after the date celebrated in western Europe.
Bishop urges people of Britain to stand up for Christian truth
It follows an earlier open letter addressed to King Charles, calling upon him to defend Christianity in line with his titles of Supreme Governor of the Church of England and "Defender of the Faith".
Fundraising Regulator reminds churches that collections are subject to code of practice
Churches can breach the code even when acting in good faith.
Religion is often left unspoken in the workplace despite widespread faith identity, research finds
Fifteen per cent of UK employees with a faith say they have experienced religious discrimination in the workplace.