House of Commons · Written Ministerial Statement
Advanced Nuclear Framework
04 February 2026 · Department for Energy Security and Net Zero
Proposed by Michael Shanks Lab Rutherglen
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At a glance
Key points
- The government has published the Advanced Nuclear Framework for private advanced civil nuclear projects in the UK.
- The framework accepts all 47 recommendations from the Nuclear Regulatory Taskforce.
- A full implementation plan will be published within three months.
Issue summary
The statement outlines the publication of the Advanced Nuclear Framework for private projects aimed at supporting advanced civil nuclear development in the UK.
Action requested
The government has published the Advanced Nuclear Framework and accepted all 47 recommendations from the Nuclear Regulatory Taskforce, with a full implementation plan to be published within three months. The framework aims to enable faster, lower-cost delivery of new nuclear projects while maintaining safety standards.
Key facts
- Government's response to the Nuclear Regulatory Taskforce accepts all 47 recommendations.
- Full implementation plan will be published within three months.
- Reforms are set to complete within two years subject to legislation.
- The Framework supports SMRs, AMRs, and microreactors.
- Projects meeting criteria receive early government endorsement to boost investor confidence.