Uranium prices are soaring, and Australia's hoary old nuclear debate is back in the headlines. Here's what it all means

By Erik Eklund, Professor of History, Australian National University

Last week, Opposition Leader Peter Dutton sought to revive the hoary old debate of nuclear power in Australia, announcing an internal review into whether the Liberals should back the controversial technology.

Dutton said the review would examine whether nuclear technologies could help shore up Australia’s energy security and reduce power prices. His call comes as prices soar for uranium, which is vital to…

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