Nuclear waste shipped from Barrow to Sellafield by train. A number of vehicles have been seen travelling to West Cumbria from the Barrow area and police officers have been stationed at railway stations across South Cumbria. The incident is suspected to be linked to the movement of material on the railway line, possibly in connection with the Sellafield nuclear site. Sellafield has not yet confirmed any details. In a statement, Cumbria Police said: “We are working with partners as part of a transport operation. Due to the security and safety procedures associated with this operation, no further information will be given at this time.”
In Cumbria 15th March 2016 read more »