Nuclear energy is extremely safe once people are trained and proper protocols are followed. In the case of something going wrong with the reactor, it can simply be turned off. The reason for the Chernobyl disaster was human negligence and cheap, cost-cutting materials being used, along with the plant not being properly armoured/insulated in case of meltdowns. The reason for Fukushima was natural disaster in the form of a tsunami. Since Ireland does not currently suffer from major weather disasters, it simply needs to be ensured that the plant is constructed and run properly.
The amount nuclear waste is miniscule compared to what it was decades ago, what would have produced a large barrel of waste now only produces a red bull can. Furthermore, nuclear waste can now be incinerated in protected thorium reactors, meaning it does not need to be be buried deep underground in non-inhabited areas, which has been the most used method so far.
Nuclear energy is cost effective, safe, and produces huge amounts of energy. A single nuclear plant would make Ireland's energy sector 100% independent
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