People associated with the nuclear weapons programme of the United Kingdom

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The United Kingdom's nuclear weapons program has been associated with various individuals and organizations over the years. Here are some key figures and groups involved in the UK's nuclear weapons development: ### Politicians and Government Officials 1. **Lord Ernest Rutherford**: Often regarded as the father of nuclear physics, his work laid the groundwork for nuclear fission. 2. **Sir John Cockcroft**: A physicist who worked on the Manhattan Project and played a significant role in the UK's early nuclear developments.

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