Regulatory structure

We are responsible for the regulation of safety and security at Sellafield and at a number of other nuclear licensed sites involved in the fuel cycle, nuclear research, waste management and decommissioning.

We regulate the nuclear new build industry from concept design to operations, applying regulatory influence to ensure the new generation of reactors are safe and secure. Our work covers new power station design, nuclear site licensing, and construction and commissioning.

We regulate the safety and security of operating nuclear power stations and safety on the nuclear sites that form an integral part to the delivery of the UK’s nuclear deterrent and other maritime defences.

Our Technical Directorate ensures that we have the resources to effectively regulate the safety and security of the UK nuclear industry against modern standards in an enabling manner.