Ionising Radiation

China MEE Publishes Notice Accepting EIA for Fujian Zhangzhou Nuclear Power Plant Units 5 and 6

China's Ministry of Ecology and Environment has formally accepted the Environmental Impact Assessment for Fujian Zhangzhou Nuclear Power Units 5 and 6, triggering a public comment period through mid-April 2026. This advancement signals continued momentum in China's nuclear expansion, requiring energy sector stakeholders to monitor final siting approvals and subsequent construction timelines.

9 Apr 2026, 10:32mee.gov.cnChina

US Army Seeks Comment on Application for Army Radiation Permit Information Collection (OMB 0702-0109)

The US Army is seeking public comment through June 5, 2026, on the renewal of information collection requirements for radiation permits on Army installations. Contractors utilizing ionizing radiation sources on Army land must ensure continued compliance with permit application procedures to maintain site access and operational safety.

6 Apr 2026, 19:45federalregister.govUnited States

US NRC Direct Final Rule Adds Amendment 5 to Holtec HI-STORM UMAX Spent Fuel Storage Cask Certificate

The US NRC has approved Amendment 5 for the Holtec HI-STORM UMAX storage system, authorizing new cask designs with enhanced corrosion protection effective June 16, 2026. This update provides nuclear operators with improved technical options to mitigate environmental degradation, ensuring the long-term integrity and safety of spent fuel storage operations.

4 Apr 2026, 11:49federalregister.govUnited States

England Environment Agency Updates Environmental Permit And Abstraction Licence Charges

The Environment Agency has updated statutory charges for environmental permits and water abstraction licences in England, effective 1 April 2026. Businesses must account for inflationary increases in annual subsistence and application fees to ensure continued operational compliance and accurate budgeting.

4 Apr 2026, 11:03gov.ukUnited Kingdom

England Updates Charges For International Waste Shipment Notifications

England's Environment Agency has updated international waste shipment notification charges, effective April 1, 2026, introducing annual CPI-linked adjustments. Businesses must account for rising operational costs for hazardous and complex waste exports, particularly those containing restricted substances like mercury or F-gases.

4 Apr 2026, 11:02gov.ukUnited Kingdom

Environment Agency Implements Higher Charges For Radioactive Substances Regulation At Non-Nuclear Sites In England

The Environment Agency has implemented increased permit and subsistence charges for radioactive substance regulation at non-nuclear sites in England, effective 1 April 2026. Industrial operators must account for higher operational costs as the Agency transitions to a full cost-recovery model for environmental permitting.

4 Apr 2026, 11:01gov.ukUnited Kingdom

US NRC Grants Exemption on Low-Level Waste Shipment Tracking for Vallecitos Nuclear Center

The US NRC has extended the reporting window for low-level radioactive waste shipments from 20 to 45 days for the Vallecitos Nuclear Center. This site-specific exemption reflects a pragmatic regulatory adjustment to rail transit realities, though broader industry-wide tracking requirements remain unchanged.

2 Apr 2026, 09:33federalregister.govUnited States

US NRC Imposes $36,000 Civil Penalty on Metro Cardiovascular Diagnostics

The US NRC has issued a formal order imposing a $36,000 civil penalty on a Missouri-based medical facility for unresolved radioactive material license violations. This action underscores the agency's commitment to escalating enforcement and pursuing debt collection for non-responsive licensees, highlighting the risk of significant financial and legal consequences for compliance failures.

2 Apr 2026, 09:33govinfo.govUnited States

China MEE Consults On Intended EIA Approval For Taishan NPP Units 1–2 Spent Fuel Dry Storage Project

China's Ministry of Ecology and Environment issued a notice of intent to approve the Environmental Impact Assessment for the Taishan Nuclear Power Plant's spent fuel dry storage retrofit in March 2026. This development underscores the regulatory focus on long-term radioactive waste management and requires nuclear operators to maintain rigorous environmental safeguards to secure operational licenses.

2 Apr 2026, 08:50mee.gov.cnChina

UK DHSC Consults On Justifying Non-Medical DEXA Scans for Sports and Wellness Use

The UK is consulting on permitting non-medical DEXA scans for sports and wellness purposes under ionising radiation regulations through June 2026. If approved, commercial providers must implement clinical-grade safety protocols, including equipment maintenance and dose optimization, to manage radiation risks for consumers.

1 Apr 2026, 18:40gov.ukUnited Kingdom

Japan MEXT Amends JAEA Radioactive Waste Quantity-Equivalent Calculation Method, Effective 1 April 2026

Japan has amended the calculation methodology for radioactive waste disposal volumes specifically for the Japan Atomic Energy Agency (JAEA), effective April 2026. While this update is administrative and specific to JAEA's reporting framework, it signals continued refinement of nuclear waste accounting standards in Japan's regulatory landscape.

1 Apr 2026, 18:23kanpo.go.jpJapan

England: Environment Agency Consults On Radioactive Substances Permit Application For GenesisCare Leeds

The UK Environment Agency is consulting on a new radioactive substances permit for a medical facility in Leeds, with comments due by April 29, 2026. This underscores the strict operational permitting requirements for handling radioactive isotopes and the importance of site-specific compliance within the healthcare sector.

1 Apr 2026, 14:42gov.ukUnited Kingdom

China MEE Consults on Proposed EIA Approval for Plasma Experimental Device Upgrade in Hebei

China’s Ministry of Ecology and Environment is consulting on the proposed environmental impact assessment (EIA) approval for a plasma experimental device upgrade in Hebei Province through April 2026. This project-specific notice signals the advancing licensing of experimental nuclear facilities and reinforces the stringent application of radiation protection and shielding standards for high-tech industrial construction.

1 Apr 2026, 14:15mee.gov.cnChina

US House Introduces Responsible Containment Reauthorization Act (H.R. 7811)

The US House introduced H.R. 7811 to extend the operational life of the Mesa County uranium mill tailings disposal site by removing its 2031 sunset date. This shift toward capacity-based authorization provides long-term regulatory certainty for radioactive waste management and regional environmental remediation projects.

31 Mar 2026, 19:27govinfo.govUnited States

Environment Agency Replaces Generic RSR Leadership Principles With Nuclear Sites Guidance

The Environment Agency has finalized the replacement of generic Radioactive Substances Regulation (RSR) leadership principles with updated, operator-focused guidance for nuclear sites. Nuclear site licensees must align their management systems with these international-standard-based expectations to maintain permit compliance and ensure public safety.

31 Mar 2026, 19:14gov.ukUnited Kingdom

Belgium / Netherlands: FANC Public Inquiry on Doel 3 Nuclear Reactor Decommissioning and Waste Management Units

Belgian and Dutch authorities have opened a public inquiry through April 30, 2026, regarding the decommissioning of the Doel 3 nuclear reactor and new waste management units. This marks a pivotal phase in regional nuclear transition, requiring stakeholders to navigate complex radiological safety approvals and long-term waste infrastructure planning.

31 Mar 2026, 18:58fanc.fgov.beNetherlandsBelgium

NRC Finalises Guidance on Transport Rules for Moving Radioactive Material Within Temporary Jobsites

The US NRC has finalized guidance clarifying that federal radioactive material transport requirements (10 CFR Part 71) apply to movements within temporary jobsites. Companies should audit on-site material handling protocols to ensure they meet transport-grade safety standards, as the NRC clarifies its expectations for oversight during field operations.

31 Mar 2026, 18:56federalregister.govUnited States

European Commission Opens Evaluation Of Radioactive Waste And Shipments Directives

The European Commission has launched a public consultation to evaluate the effectiveness of current EU frameworks for radioactive waste management and transboundary shipments. This review signals potential future legislative updates, offering stakeholders an opportunity to shape the regulatory requirements for nuclear waste handling and logistics.

29 Mar 2026, 18:29ec.europa.euEuropean Union

US NRC Issues Draft EIS and Seeks Comment on Paducah Laser Enrichment Facility

The US NRC has issued a draft Environmental Impact Statement for the Paducah Laser Enrichment Facility, with public comments accepted until May 11, 2026. This licensing milestone supports the expansion of domestic uranium enrichment capabilities, impacting long-term nuclear fuel supply chain strategy and regional industrial operations.

29 Mar 2026, 17:52federalregister.govUnited States

Rhode Island: Amended Pharmacists, Pharmacies, and Manufacturers, Wholesalers, and Distributors Rule (216-RICR-40-15-1) Effective 12 April 2026

Rhode Island has finalized comprehensive updates to its pharmacy and pharmaceutical distribution regulations, effective April 2026. Manufacturers and distributors must adapt to modernized compounding standards and new operational frameworks for drug redistribution and clinical service delivery.

28 Mar 2026, 20:28rules.sos.ri.govUnited States