Hinkley Point: UN report says UK failed to consult over risks

UN Economic and Social Council says Britain has not met its obligations to discuss the impact of nuclear accident with neighbouring countries

The British government has run into a major new problem with the Hinkley Point C nuclear project, with a United Nations committee ruling that the UK failed to consult European countries properly over potential environmental risks.

Documents seen by the Guardian show Britain "is in non-compliance with its obligations" (page 21) to discuss the possible impact of any accident or other event that could affect those nations in proximity to Hinkley.