The Environment Agency conducts Generic Design Assessments (GDA) to evaluate new nuclear reactor designs for regulatory compliance. This guidance outlines the GDA process and the Agency's engagement with stakeholders throughout the assessment of new nuclear power station designs.
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The Environment Agency’s Generic Design Assessment (GDA) of new nuclear power station designs and how we engage with others during the process.
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https://www.gov.uk/guidance/new-nuclear-power-stations-assessing-reactor-designsCanonical document at the regulator. Always cite this URL — not the Vantage detail page — in compliance evidence.
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