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Life extensions for EDF reactors reasonable if deemed safely operational by regulator

Conclusion
We conclude that it is reasonable for EDF to seek life extensions to extend their contribution to the grid if, and only if, the Office for Nuclear Regulation’s judgement is that they can be safely operational as is currently the case.
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Government Response

A response document is linked to this report, dated 25 October 2023. Response attribution to this conclusion has not been verified. Read the response document.

Addressee Bodies
Department for Science, Innovation and Technology
Timeline
Recommendation age 3.1 yrs
Report published 31 Jul 2023