Written question asked by Andrew Snowden (Conservative) on Monday, 8 June 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 10 June 2026. It was answered by Michael Shanks (Labour) on Tuesday, 16 June 2026 on behalf of the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.

Nuclear Fusion

Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, what steps his Department is taking to ensure broad public participation in the consultation on the draft EN-8 National Policy Statement.

Answer: The consultation is open for anyone interested to respond to. The consultation has been shared directly with all respondents to the previous consultation on developing a National Policy Statement for fusion energy, as well as with industry and relevant public bodies. In addition, the UK Atomic Energy Authority has encouraged engagement across a wide range of interested groups. The consultation is open on gov.uk until 17 August and automatic updates have been sent to those who have subscribed to receive them.

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