The graphite moderator of the UK’s gas-cooled reactors fulfils key safety functions. (Image courtesy of Manchester University)
The graphite moderator of the UK’s gas-cooled reactors fulfils key safety functions. (Image courtesy of Manchester University)
Safety benefits delivered, but there is always more work to do.
ONR has published notes of a public meeting between ONR and communities neighbouring Hinkley Point A, B and the proposed C nuclear power stations.
The Office for Nuclear Regulation today issued new security guidance to the civil nuclear industry.
Mike Weightman: “The stress test process was a valuable exercise, reinforcing the conclusions we had reached here in the UK.”
ONR and the Environment Agency have closed five more issues on the UK EPR reactor design, bringing the total number closed to nine.