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  1. GDFs and retrievability: what is the UK’s position?

    “Retrievability” is often a word that comes up in discussions on geological disposal.  When looking at Geological Disposal Facility (GDF) programmes in the UK and abroad, an apparent difference is the extent to which the option of ‘retrievability’ of radioactive waste is featured in plans. The UK position is outlined below. UK Government Position   […]

  2. South Copeland GDF Community Partnership Newsletter – Issue 6

    Hello and welcome to the latest newsletter from the South Copeland GDF Community Partnership. Over the last year, notable progress has been made on the journey towards understanding whether South Copeland is a suitable location to build a Geological Disposal Facility (GDF) and whether it is right for local people. This has been made possible […]

  3. South Copeland Annual Review – Looking back on 2023

    Taking a moment to look back on the past year, it is with gratitude and commitment that we share this Annual Review and two-page summary with you. We would like to genuinely thank everyone who has engaged with us on the GDF project over the last year, and we look forward to continuing the conversation […]

  4. South Copeland GDF Community Partnership Resident Research, November 2023: Results

    Between 1 and 20 November 2023, research consultant Yonder oversaw a survey of 203 adult residents who were interviewed in person across the wards of Millom and Millom Without. An overview of the outcomes of this survey are presented below. Summary The results of the latest survey demonstrated that residents remained engaged with the subject […]

  5. A view from Cumberland Council – by Leader Mark Fryer

    Cumberland Council is participating in the Geological Disposal Facility (GDF) siting process as the Relevant Principal Local Authority for both the Mid and South Copeland Community Partnerships: a role established in the Government’s Working With Communities Policy and that gives the Council certain powers and responsibilities. Mark Fryer The primary purpose of the Community Partnerships […]

  6. £2 million Community Investment Funding awarded in South Copeland

    The Community Partnership has assisted with the award of a further £1million in Community Investment Funding (CIF) to local projects during its second year. The funding is provided by the Geological Disposal Facility (GDF) developer, Nuclear Waste Services (NWS), as South Copeland takes part in the nationwide search for a suitable site to build a […]

  7. News from Nuclear Waste Services: Aerial survey to take place off the coast

    Nuclear Waste Services (NWS) is carrying out aerial surveys off the West Cumbrian coast. Surveys are continuing on a monthly basis, weather permitting. Two planes will fly at the same time (approximately between 11am and 4pm however this may vary depending on weather conditions). The expectation is for planes to be flying on one day […]

  8. Learn more about geological disposal at NWS’ geology events in South Copeland

    Nuclear Waste Services (NWS) is holding two geology events in South Copeland to continue the conversation about what a Geological Disposal Facility (GDF) could mean in the local area. A GDF is an underground facility designed to safely, securely and permanently dispose of higher activity radioactive waste. The events will explore how geological studies are […]