Hinkley C - Impact of Construction

New study considers impacts of nuclear and major infrastructure projects. A new study published today (28 November 2024) considers the impact of the construction of the nuclear power station, Hinkley Point C. The Hinkley Point C Peak Construction: Impacts Monitoring and Auditing Study (2023-24) was commissioned by the New Nuclear Local Authorities Group (NNLAG), a collection of 10 councils across the UK, whose areas already host or are likely to host nuclear new build projects. It aims to help local authorities understand how construction of a nuclear power station can affect their area. Led by renowned Professor John Glasson at Oxford Brookes University, this is the second study of its kind commissioned by NNLAG, following Oxford Brookes University’s initial study of early years construction of Hinkley Point C in 2018/19. The latest study assesses the actual socio-economic and biophysical impacts at peak construction (as measured by the size of the workforce) and to compare those with predictions. It also seeks to explain any differences, how they can be managed and provide recommendations for future planning and assessment processes.