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Torness nuclear reactors predicted to start cracking in 2022
Cracks that could increase the risk of a radioactive accident at Torness nuclear station in East Lothian will start appearing six years sooner than previously thought, says UK safety watchdog.
Closure urged after 350 cracks found in nuclear reactor
More than 350 cracks have been discovered in an ageing nuclear power reactor at Hunterston in North Ayrshire, breaching an agreed safety limit and prompting calls for a permanent shutdown.
Nuclear firm under fire for bid to double reactor cracks
The nuclear industry is bidding to relax safety standards by doubling the number of cracks allowed in the radioactive cores of Scotland’s ageing reactors.
Nuclear power police admit to 21 security breaches
The police force charged with guarding UK nuclear power plants has admitted to 21 breaches of security, including lost smart phones and identity cards.
Risks of terrorist attacks on nuclear plants ‘underestimated’
A report for local authorities says that nuclear plants are vulnerable to drone strikes, cyber attacks and terrorist infiltrators.
