Following the government's announcements about Sizewell C investment, its Small Modular Reactor competition, and investment in nuclear submarine industrial base, an Office for Nuclear Regulation spokesperson said:
“We note the government's announcements on its priorities and ambitions for the nuclear sector.
"This provides clarity towards our regulatory planning and we remain ready to deliver proportionate and enabling regulation that supports cost-effective nuclear deployment while maintaining our focus on safety and security.
"We will continue to engage proactively with organisations seeking to deploy nuclear technology in the UK."