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Written question asked by Lord West of Spithead (Labour) on Monday, 26 February 2024, in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Monday, 11 March 2024. It was answered by Lord Callanan (Conservative) on Monday, 4 March 2024 on behalf of the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.


Nuclear Reactors: Testing

Question

To ask His Majesty's Government what steps they are taking to designate sites where new nuclear reactors can be tested and established, and how the processes of certification will be expedited.

Answer

We are developing a new nuclear National Policy Statement (NPS) and have launched a consultation on a proposed siting policy, which includes greater flexibility in where nuclear power stations can be located. The Government’s Nuclear Roadmap has set out plans to streamline future nuclear development to make Britian the best place in the world to invest in nuclear.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
HL2777
Session
2023-24
Subjects
Certification Testing Nuclear reactors
Link
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