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Radioactive Material: Dalgety Bay

Monday 7 November 2022 · 2 questions

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At a glance

Answered 0 Partly answered 2 Not answered 0

Key points

  • The Ministry of Defence remains committed to delivering the planned remediation to Dalgety Bay.
  • MOD and SEPA officials last met formally on 24 November last year, and another meeting is expected before the end of the year.
  • Work has begun but was suspended for nesting season and is expected to be completed by September 2023.

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Questions & Answers

Q1 Neale Hanvey
Defence Environment
Context

The people of Dalgety Bay have been living with radioactive waste on their shoreline since the Second World War. The Ministry of Defence promised to complete remediation by September 2023.

Question

What recent discussions has he had with representatives of the Scottish Environment Protection Agency on plans to remove radioactive material from Dalgety Bay?

Answer from Alex Chalk

The Ministry of Defence remains committed to delivering the planned remediation to Dalgety Bay. MOD and SEPA officials last met formally on 24 November last year, and another meeting is expected before the end of the year. Work has begun and is expected to be completed by September 2023.

Partly answered

Not addressed: The cost of the project was mentioned but no specific timeline or commitment beyond reiterating existing promises.

How: Perhaps Not The Bit Right At The End

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Q2 Neale Hanvey
Environment
Context

The people of Dalgety Bay have been living with radioactive waste on their shoreline since the Second World War. The Ministry of Defence promised to complete remediation by September 2023.

Question

The community, SEPA and I were told that remediation would be complete by September this year, yet no progress has been reported. Can he update me urgently on operational progress and ensure the interests of my constituents are prioritised?

Answer from Alex Chalk

Work has begun but was suspended for nesting season. The project is expected to cost several million pounds and be completed by September 2023. I am happy to liaise with him if he wants further discussion.

Partly answered

Not addressed: The hon. Gentleman's criticism of the government was acknowledged but not fully addressed in terms of operational progress or assurances beyond existing commitments.

How: Perhaps Not The Bit Right At The End

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