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Nuclear Safeguards Act 2018
Summary
This Act sets up a system to monitor and regulate nuclear facilities in the UK to make sure they're safe and secure. It replaces previous EU-based nuclear safeguards rules that applied when Britain was in the European Union, allowing the UK to have its own independent nuclear safety and security system.
A vote to support means
- —Supporting this Act means backing stronger safety checks and security measures for nuclear power stations and nuclear materials in the UK. It helps protect the public and the environment by ensuring nuclear facilities are properly inspected and controlled.
A vote to oppose means
- —Some people worry the Act could be too costly for nuclear companies, which might lead to higher energy bills for households. Others may be concerned about privacy if inspections involve checking private facilities, or feel the rules are too strict and slow down Britain's nuclear energy development.
Cast Your Vote
People's Vote0 votes
0% Support · 00% Oppose · 0
Parliament's Vote549 MPs
46% Ayes · 25454% Noes · 295
Bill Passage
Commons
- 1st reading11 Oct 2017
- 2nd reading16 Oct 2017
- Committee stage31 Oct 2017
- Report stage23 Jan 2018
- 3rd reading23 Jan 2018
Lords
- 1st reading24 Jan 2018
- 2nd reading7 Feb 2018
- Committee stage22 Feb 2018
- Report stage20 Mar 2018
- 3rd reading27 Mar 2018
Royal Assent26 Jun 2018
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