EU updates nuclear materials supervision system for improved safeguards

The European Union has revised the regulation on the application of Euratom safeguards to enhance the supervisory system for nuclear materials. This update includes measures to simplify procedures and reduce administrative burdens, reflecting advancements in technology. Key changes involve a graded approach to reporting based on materials’ strategic value and integration of nuclear safeguarding measures early in planning. This regulation aims to ensure that nuclear materials are not diverted from their intended, peaceful uses.