House of Commons · Written Ministerial Statement
National Policy Statement for Nuclear Energy Infrastructure EN-7
18 December 2025 · Department for Energy Security and Net Zero
Proposed by Michael Shanks Lab Rutherglen
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Key points
- Michael Shanks announces the designation of National Policy Statement EN-7 under the Planning Act 2008 for nuclear energy generation projects
- EN-7 replaces EN-6 as the planning framework for all nuclear fission energy projects
- Publication of EN-7 Supplementary Information to clarify regulatory requirements and streamline project delivery is signaled
Issue summary
Michael Shanks announces the designation of National Policy Statement EN-7 under the Planning Act 2008 for nuclear energy generation projects.
Action requested
The announcement designates EN-7 as the planning framework for all nuclear fission energy projects, replacing EN-6. It also signals the publication of EN-7 Supplementary Information to clarify regulatory requirements and streamline project delivery.
Key facts
- National Policy Statement EN-7 designated according to Planning Act 2008.
- Replaces EN-6 which applied until end of 2025.
- Aims to support UK's ambition for clean energy through nuclear expansion.
- Supports implementation of Nuclear Regulatory Taskforce Report recommendations.
- EN-7 Supplementary Information will be published alongside EN-7 on GOV.UK.
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