LLW Repository Community
The Low Level Waste (LLW) Repository is a nuclear licensed site in Cumbria and is currently the only facility in the UK that can receive all categories of low level waste. We are working on the final capping of legacy disposal trenches and vaults, which are now full and ready for permanent closure.
Being a good neighbour
NWS has a responsibility to be a ‘good neighbour’ and reduce the impact of operations on our Repository site community where possible. Any potential impacts are always a key consideration when planning activities and operations and we work closely with community representatives.
We’ve introduced a number of controls to reduce our impact, including reducing road transports by using rail options and applying time restrictions for HGV deliveries to the Repository site.
Community engagement
Some of our community liaison work includes:
Allocating staff time and resources to support initiatives such as STEM, Dream Placement, Student Placements and Apprenticeships
Open door policy where local residents are able to contact us directly with any queries
On the Level newsletter to inform the local community about what’s going on
Events, such as Repository site tours and community drop ins, for the local community to see what goes on at the site
Regular liaison meetings with local parish councils for two-way communication
Participation in the West Cumbria Sites Stakeholder group, a forum where local stakeholders and the community can scrutinise the site’s activities and hold NWS to account.
Making an impact
We are committed to supporting our communities, and one way in which we achieve this is through our LLWR Socio-economic Fund. We set aside £85,000 per year to provide financial support to local initiatives and groups within a 30-mile radius of the Repository site.
Over the years we have provided funding for a wide range of projects, including Sponsorship of Whitehaven ladies AFC, community forest tree planting at Pelham House, Gosforth Amateur Dramatic Society youth theatre workshop, replacing information boards at Drigg Beach and more.
You can find out more and apply for funding through GOV.UK.
Community forest tree planting
at Pelham House
Gosforth Amateur Dramatic Society youth theatre workshop
