We note today's announcement from Last Energy that it has entered our nuclear site licensing (NSL) process for its plans to develop four 20 MWe microreactors in South Wales.
Statement:
An Office for Nuclear Regulation (ONR) spokesperson said: “We can confirm that Last Energy has entered our nuclear site licensing process.
"The licensing process is fundamental in ensuring that prospective licensees of a nuclear site are ready and able to meet their obligations under the nuclear site licence to protect their workforce and the public.
"Last Energy has been participating in our early regulatory engagement framework since May 2024, which enables applicants to develop their understanding of regulatory processes and expectations early on in their projects.
"Our inspectors will now provide pre-application advice to Last Energy as it prepares its application for a nuclear site licence. This advice will inform Last Energy of the regulatory expectations and legal responsibilities of a nuclear site licensee in Great Britain.
"Our goal setting and enabling regulatory regime is in place to ensure that high standards of safety, security and safeguards are upheld."