Suffolk County Council press release - 28th November 2024

A new study published today (28 November 2024) considers the impact of the construction of the nuclear power station, Hinkley Point C.

The building of Hinkley Point C began in March 2017, with work currently nearing peak construction. EDF Energy estimates the first unit being operational “near the end of the decade”.

The Hinkley Point C Peak Construction: Impacts Monitoring and Auditing Study (2023-24) was commissioned by the New Nuclear Local Authorities Group (NNLAG), a collection of 10 councils across the UK, whose areas already host or are likely to host nuclear new build projects.

It aims to help local authorities understand how construction of a nuclear power station can affect their area.

The document will be a useful reference point for project promoters, their teams, the government, and local authorities, be it for nuclear or other infrastructure projects, to better plan for and implement their projects in a way that maximises benefits and minimises negative impacts, to the advantage of all involved.

To read the full news story issued by Suffolk County Council use the link below:


New study considers impacts of nuclear and major infrastructure projects - Suffolk County Council