§ 14. Mr. Lofthouseasked the Secretary of State for Energy if he has any plans to conduct a comprehensive review of safety at nuclear power stations.
§ Mr. Michael SpicerSafety at new nuclear power stations is under continuous review. The operators of nuclear power stations have a statutory responsibility for the safety of their plant. In addition, they must meet the stringent licence requirements of the NII.
§ 22. Mr. Loydenasked the Secretary of State for Energy what steps he is taking to improve the security and safety of nuclear power stations in the United Kingdom.
§ Mr. ParkinsonThe security and safety of nuclear power stations are the responsibility of the operators concerned and these are continually reviewed. The independent Nuclear Installations Inspectorate of the Health and Safety Executive ensures that operators satisfy its stringent licence terms and conditions.
§ Ms. Ruddockasked the Secretary of State for Energy what developments there have been between the nuclear installations inspectorate and the Central Electricity Generating Board on the question of the long-term safety review at Bradwell nuclear power station; and if the Central Electricity Generating Board have satisfied the nuclear installations inspectorate on the submissions it has made to them on the issue of the pressure circuit integrity.
§ Mr. Michael SpicerI would refer the hon. Member to the reply given to the hon. Member for Leyton (Mr. Cohen) on 29 October.