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Direction to the Nuclear Decommissioning Authority in respect of the Hunterston B Nuclear Site
24 February 2026
Type
Written Ministerial Statement
Department
Department for Energy Security and Net Zero
At a Glance
Issue Summary
The statement addresses the designation direction given by the UK Government to the Nuclear Decommissioning Authority (NDA) regarding the Hunterston B nuclear site.
Action Requested
The minister has laid down a designation direction, reaffirming NDA’s responsibility for decommissioning and cleaning up the Hunterston B nuclear site. This action is taken in conjunction with Scottish Ministers and with the consent of relevant organisations under the Energy Act 2004.
Key Facts
- The designation direction triggers NDA's powers under the Energy Act 2004.
- It marks the first Advanced Gas-cooled Reactor site transferring to Government for decommissioning.
- The process involves consent from EDF Energy Nuclear Generation Limited and Nuclear Restoration Services.
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