EDF extends operating life of two UK nuclear plants

• 7 days ago (2025-09-04)
• David Flin

Europe 1133 Nuclear 699

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EDF has announced a 12-month extension of the operational life for Heysham 1 and Hartlepool nuclear power stations in the UK. Both power stations will now operate until March 2028.

The decision follows a series of positive graphite inspections at both stations over the past nine months.

Initially, Heysham 1 and Hartlepool were granted a one-year extension contingent on meeting several inspection and safety case milestones due in 2025. These have been successfully completed.

Mark Hartley, Managing Director for EDF’s nuclear operations business, said: “I am pleased we have been able to confirm a further 12 months of operation for Heysham 1 and Hartlepool. Extending the life of these stations makes sense. It secures employment for longer for over 1000 people who work at these sites, and it supports the UK’s ambitions to have a clean. Secure electricity supply.”