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Written question asked by Lord Spellar (Labour) on Wednesday, 24 June 2026, in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 8 July 2026. It was answered by Lord Vallance of Balham (Labour) on Wednesday, 8 July 2026 on behalf of the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.

Nuclear Power: Regulation

Question

To ask His Majesty's Government what progress they have made in implementing the recommendations of the Fingleton review.

Answer

This Government is taking forward all of the Nuclear Regulatory Taskforce’s recommendations and has published an implementation plan. Delivery is already under way, including establishing a lead regulator model and taking forward reforms to cut duplication and improve proportionality.

Our reforms focus on outcomes over process, accelerating nuclear deployment while maintaining the UK’s robust safety and environmental standards.

Delivery is overseen by a cross sector Nuclear Regulatory Implementation Panel, ensuring accountability and pace. I will chair this Panel with the first meeting scheduled for 30 June.

The Government response commits to completing implementation by the end of 2027, supporting faster, more cost-effective delivery of new nuclear projects.

Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
HL1299
Session
2026-27
Subjects
Nuclear power Regulation Nuclear Regulatory Review
Link
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