Update

R02Establish Commission for Nuclear Regulation
On Track
Government Response: Nuclear Commission confirmed

The Government will legislate to establish the UK's first Nuclear Commission, which is to be fully functioning by Summer 2028. In the interim, a lead regulator model will be implemented as a bridging measure. The Government will scope out the Commission's objectives, roles, and composition, broadly following the Taskforce's proposed structure. This is a clear acceptance of the recommendation with a defined timeline, though the Summer 2028 target is later than the Taskforce's end-of-2027 aspiration.

Deadline moved31 Dec 2731 Jul 28
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Source: Policy PaperDESNZ, March 2026

Impact on Overall Status

Confidence changed to: high
Clear commitment to legislate for Nuclear Commission with defined timeline.
Recommendation Context
Chapter: Chapter 5: Simplification of Nuclear Regulation
Owner: Cabinet Office
Current Status: On Track
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