In writing this ‘nothing happening here’ update, there’s always a hope “sod’s law” will come into play, and the Government will sneak out a GDF announcement right before Christmas. My Santa list and wishful thinking aside, that’s now very unlikely. The question therefore becomes — when? When will the GDF policy move forward? It’s not unreasonable to assume that nothing will now happen until the Brexit boil is lanced. Whenever and however that happens.
GDF Watch 7th Dec 2018 read more »
It has been over 10 years, 4 Prime Ministers, and 5 Administrations since the original Committee on Radioactive Waste Management (CoRWM) recommended geological disposal. In that period successive Governments of all Parties have recommitted to geological disposal. With the recent publication of position papers updating their advice on a range of key issues, the latest CoRWM have also reaffirmed their expert opinion that geological disposal remains the best available way to dispose of higher-activity radioactive waste. Four new papers have been issued in response to specific concerns raised in stakeholder submissions to the public consultations earlier this year on the GDF draft National Policy Statement (NPS) and the Working With Communities siting policy:
GDF Watch 7th Dec 2018 read more »
A leading campaigner fighting against a new nuclear power station has been presented a prestigious medal. Professor Andy Blowers, of Mersea, travelled to New York to receive the Alexander and Ilse Melamid Medal by the American Geographical Society. The award recognised his “outstanding work” in the nuclear research field. He is chairman of Blackwater Against New Nuclear Group – Banng – which opposes plans for a new Chinese-built power plant on the River Blackwater in Bradwell.
Essex County Standard 9th Dec 2018 read more »