Today marks 40 years since the Chernobyl nuclear disaster. On 26 April 1986, the Chernobyl nuclear disaster released significant quantities of radioactive material into the atmosphere. This material travelled across […]
Nuclear
What is the Nuclear Regulatory Review and why it matters
The UK Government is reviewing the rules that govern how nuclear power projects are approved and regulated. While the stated aim is to speed up the delivery of low-carbon energy, the proposals could also weaken long-standing environmental protections for wildlife and protected landscapes. Understanding what the Nuclear Regulatory Review involves, and why public engagement matters, is important because the decisions made now could affect nature, planning law and infrastructure development for years to come.
