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Explains what is prohibited, how to describe and classify it and the duty to separate mixed waste.
Non-nuclear radioactive substances regulation (RSR), when you need a permit, types of permits, how to apply, change (vary), transfer or surrender your permit.
Putting geological disposal into context
When to reject hazardous waste and what to do if you are the consignee, carrier, producer or holder.
A permanent solution for the UK's higher-activity radioactive waste
Apply for approval as a facility to treat, recycle or export waste batteries for treatment and recycling and the rules you must follow.
Guidance on interpreting the legislation on radioactive substances in England, Northern Ireland and Wales.
Sources of radioactivity in the environment and how levels of radioactivity are monitored and assessed.
Nuclear site radioactive substances regulation (RSR), when you need a permit, how to apply, how to change (vary), transfer or surrender your permit
This guidance is aimed at helping readers understand the permitting and other requirements specific to Radioactive Substances Regulation.
Environment Agency's regulation of Hinkley Point, about EDF’s appeal, how you can find out about environmental permits and other activities at Hinkley Point.
This guidance explains the Generic Design Assessment (GDA) process for organisations who want to submit a nuclear power plant design for assessment.
This page contains Nuclear Waste Services (NWS) Waste Package Specifications and Guidance for waste packages destined for geological disposal.
Learn more about the history, science and policy behind GDF
The Environment Agency’s Generic Design Assessment (GDA) of new nuclear power station designs and how we engage with others during the process.
We have more than 10 years’ experience of successfully working with our customers to develop solutions across the radioactive waste lifecycle and provide access to the full range of treatment, logistics, and disposal techniq…
Guidance on how land and groundwater should be protected at permitted facilities.
Guidance on the application of the regulations and the administrative procedures that will be used by government in reaching justification decisions.
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