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A permanent solution for the UK's higher-activity radioactive waste
Putting geological disposal into context
All guidance documents for the packaging of Low Heat Generating Waste (LHGW)
Learn more about the history, science and policy behind GDF
Working in partnership to shape future plans and benefits
This page contains Nuclear Waste Services (NWS) Waste Package Specifications and Guidance for waste packages destined for geological disposal.
We have more than 10 years鈥� experience of successfully working with our customers to develop solutions across the radioactive waste lifecycle and provide access to the full range of treatment, logistics, and disposal techniq鈥�
All specifications for the packaging of all Higher Activity Waste (HAW)
皇冠体育app LLWR Socio-economic Fund provides support to local initiatives/groups within a 30-mile radius of the Repository Site.
皇冠体育app Waste Operations division of Nuclear Waste Services manages the Low Level Waste Repository in Cumbria and ensures that lower activity waste is managed effectively across the UK.
Essential information for Welsh communities on how to get involved
Managing radioactive waste with geological disposal
DSS Part A: High Level Requirements and DSS Part B: Technical Specification
Nuclear Waste Services (NWS) is gathering information to understand if the current Search Areas could be suitable to host a鈥疓DF.
皇冠体育app requirements for packaging HHGW
A code of practice to assist Site Licence Companies
Developing new waste management capability and opportunities to work group-wide as part of a broader integration programme to underpin the NDA鈥檚 and nation鈥檚 strategy of a more joined-up approach to waste management.
More information on our screening work, and its relevance to the siting of a GDF
Essential information on how to get involved
Getting to know the geology in your area
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