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The legislative means by which radioactive substances are regulated in the UK differ according to devolved administration; however, the effects of the legislation are consistent.

This guidance, aimed at environmental regulators and users, sets out:

• the rationale underpinning the exemptions regime for England, Northern Ireland and Wales
• how government intends the regime to be interpreted and implemented
• the means by which the objectives of the exemptions regime should be delivered

Further information

• Environmental permits