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Putting geological disposal into context
This page explains how Nuclear Waste Services (NWS) is working to achieve safe management and disposal of Higher Activity Waste (HAW) in the UK.
Essential information on how to get involved
National Geological Screening for a GDF - Northern Ireland region
This page provides information on the management of High Heat Generating Waste (HHGW) prior to disposal.
This page provides introductory information on High Heat Generating Waste (HHGW).
Working in partnership to shape future plans and benefits
National Geological Screening for a GDF - A summary of the geological attributes of the region
A code of practice to assist Site Licence Companies
National Geological Screening for a GDF - Wales region
Managing radioactive waste with geological disposal
Regional information from our screening work, and its relevance to the siting of a GDF
This page provides a list of acronyms used in the Waste Package Guidance produced by Nuclear Waste Services (NWS).
The LLWR Socio-economic Fund provides support to local initiatives/groups within a 30-mile radius of the Repository Site.
This page describes the purpose of package assurance when managing higher activity radioactive waste.
This page describes how Low Heat Generating Waste (LHGW) is transported from interim storage facilities to a GDF.
National Geological Screening for a GDF - The Welsh Borderland region
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