the future about 20 years ago and nuclear - as well as fracking is now the "smart option".

What the commentators say...

media caption Former Conservative MP and corporate advisor Angela Knight and the columnist for the Independent, John Rentoul, join the BBC News Channel to review Tuesday's front pages.

'Message to doctors'

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Figures reveal an unprecedented spike in NHS doctors registering to work overseas the day after the new contract was confirmed when their union, the British Medical Association, refused to return to negotiations, says the paper.

The numbers could surpass the 5,163 registrations in 2012, says the paper. Australia, New Zealand and Canada are said to be among the most popular destinations for British doctors.

The government and NHS Employers say their new contract will reward doctors who take onmore responsibility and work the most unsocial hours, but the BMA contends many will find themselves worse off.

End of the road?

Volkswagen's admission to rigging emissions tests on some of its diesel engine vehicles in the US prompts speculation about the potential long-term impact.

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According to the Financial Times the allegations threaten to plunge the carmarker, which has initiated a US recall and saw its shares drop nearly 20% on Monday, into its "biggest crisis in a generation".

The FT adds: "As well as posing harsh questions of its governance, VW's alleged misconduct draws uncomfortable attention to the technological future of diesel."

In a leader column, the Telegraph says: "Much of this country's economy still runs on diesel. It is vital that we know as soon as possible whether this