The Scottish Government does not support the building of new nuclear power stations in Scotland under current technologies. We recognise the significant value that Torness and its workforce has contributed to Scotland’s economy over many decades and we support extending the operating lifespan of Scotland’s last remaining nuclear power station if strict environmental and safety criteria continue to be met.

Decommissioning Scotland’s nuclear sites will also take decades and will require the retention of a highly skilled workforce. National planning framework 4 supports the redevelopment of the Hunterston and Chapelcross sites and notes the opportunities to repurpose existing assets to create greener jobs.