Repair bill will run into millions as nuclear submarine returns to base

Britain’s most advanced nuclear-powered submarine has returned to base after running aground off the Scottish coast, as the MoD faces a repair bill expected to run into millions.

It was confirmed the MoD would carry out a “full and thorough” investigation into what happened to HMS Astute, which made its way back to the Faslane base on the Clyde.

The £1 billion vessel, which will have its hull and rudder checked for damage, was being put through sea trials on Friday in a channel between Skye and Kyle of Lochalsh when it became stuck.

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