Nationally Significant Infrastructure Projects - Advice on working with public bodies in the infrastructure planning process - Annex F: Nuclear Regulators
Summary
The Planning Inspectorate has published an annex to Advice Note 11 explaining how nuclear regulators are involved in the Nationally Significant Infrastructure Project process for nuclear power stations. It notes that the annex is being updated to reflect changes introduced by the Planning and Infrastructure Act 2025 and sets out the roles of the Office for Nuclear Regulation, the Environment Agency and Natural Resources Wales.
Why it matters
For residential property surveyors, this is relevant where major energy infrastructure may affect nearby land, amenity, or future development constraints. It also signals an update to the planning and regulatory framework that may influence due diligence on sites in England, Wales and coastal or territorial waters.
Key points
- Annex F explains the involvement of nuclear regulators in the NSIP planning process.
- The document is not yet updated for the Planning and Infrastructure Act 2025 changes.
- It identifies the ONR, EA and NRW as key regulators for nuclear generating station applications.
- Applicants are directed to review NPS EN-6 and follow pre-application engagement policy.
- The annex will be kept under review and feedback is welcomed.
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