Update

R07Review nuclear regulator guidance
On Track
Government Response: SAPs review and guidance overhaul

ONR is reviewing its Safety Assessment Principles (SAPs) with a consultation planned for Summer 2026 and publication in December 2026. The Environment Agency is also reviewing its guidance in parallel. Oversight of both processes will be provided through the Nuclear Standards Forum and NRIP. The timeline aligns well with R06's expert panel reporting, allowing revised tolerability definitions to inform the updated guidance, as the Taskforce envisaged.

Deadline moved30 Jun 2631 Dec 26
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Source: Policy PaperDESNZ, March 2026

Impact on Overall Status

Confidence changed to: high
SAPs review underway with clear consultation and publication timeline.
Recommendation Context
Chapter: Chapter 6: Risk Management & Proportionality
Owner: ONR + 1 co-owner
Current Status: On Track
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