“There are still areas of significant challenge at the Aldermaston site” – ONR

The Atomic Weapons Establishment at Aldermaston is to remain under enhanced scrutiny for another year.

The nuclear watchdog, the Office for Nuclear Responsibility (ONR), has just published its report in to safety at both Aldermaston and Burghfield in West Berkshire.

The report says the key areas of concern are the ‘ageing facilities and infrastructure.’

The plants build and maintain the UK’s nuclear missile deterrent, Trident.