Policy paper

Advanced nuclear framework

This Framework is designed to support the development, commercialisation and deployment of private innovative nuclear projects within the UK energy system.

Applies to England and Wales

Documents

Advanced nuclear framework

Details

The Advanced Nuclear Framework sets out how the government will create an enabling policy environment for private sector investment in advanced civil nuclear projects. It is designed to support the development, commercialisation and deployment of innovative nuclear projects within the UK energy system.

  • Part One introduces the UK Advanced Nuclear Pipeline and the Project Readiness Assessment process, enabling projects with strong plans to access early engagement and potential future support
  • Part Two outlines the UK’s enabling conditions, from regulation and planning to skills, supply chain, and fuel, ensuring that private projects have the foundations to succeed

Contact us

We are holding introductory events on this Framework and the accompanying Advanced Nuclear Pipeline guidance, including a question and answer session.

Please register your interest for one of the events (all identical):

If you have any questions on this Framework or the guidance, or if you have any feedback on the documents, please email our Advanced Nuclear Business Engagement Unit at: advancednuclear@energysecurity.gov.uk.

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Published 4 February 2026

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