Representation by EDF Energy Nuclear Generation Ltd (EDF Energy Nuclear Generation Ltd )
- Date submitted
- 30 September 2020
- Submitted by
- Members of the public/businesses
The Planning Inspectorate Temple Quay House Temple Quay Bristol BS1 6PN 30 September 2020 PROPOSED NUCLEAR POWER STATION – SIZEWELL C RELEVANT REPRESENTATION IN RELATION TO DEVELOPMENT CONSENT ORDER EN010012 EDF Energy Nuclear Generation Limited operates nuclear power stations across the UK, including the Sizewell B power station which adjoins the site of the proposed Sizewell C power station. We are strongly supportive of the principle of a new nuclear power station being developed at Sizewell, particularly given that seven of our eight nuclear power stations are due to cease generating over the next ten years. Nuclear power is a vital part of the UK's energy mix – supporting security of electricity supply, and the UK Government's ability to reach its net zero climate change target by 2050, as well as providing a significant boost to the local economy in Suffolk. We have worked with NNB Generation Company (SZC) Limited ("SZC Co") for a number of years, to seek to ensure that the construction and operation of Sizewell C is compatible with the operation and decommissioning of Sizewell B, and that the project deals sensitively and appropriately with use of the wider EDF Energy Estate. Those conversations are productive and are currently ongoing. As a party with land falling within the Order limits of the proposed development consent order we recognise that we will be an interested party for the purpose of the examination. We look forward to engaging with SZC Co to agree a statement of common ground to assist the Examining Authority in considering the application, and expect to be kept closely involved and updated in respect of the progress of the application throughout. We will submit written representations and participate in hearings to the extent needed and will keep the Examining Authority updated on our joint progress on our ongoing discussions regarding all relevant matters (including protective provisions and land rights) relating to the safe operation of SZB and the proposed Sizewell C power station. Yours sincerely Robert Gunn Station Director