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The risk of a nuclear accident at the Westcountry's submarine base is getting "progressively worse" as Government budget cuts hit resources, an official report has warned.
Devonport in Plymouth is home to six operational nuclear-powered submarines, ten decommissioned boats, and a range of nuclear engineering work. However, an internal report by the Ministry of Defence's senior nuclear watchdog has highlighted ongoing concerns about safety standards, staffing levels, expertise and overall resources.See the full content of this document
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Risk of Accidents 'Increasing' at Sub Base
It also warned that incidents at nuclear sites - including Devonport - remained "too high" which posed a "risk to the workforce and pub...
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