Chapelcross
Chapelcross power station comprises of two Magnox reactors. It was the first nuclear power station in Scotland. Electricity generation started in 1959 and ceased in June 2004.
Defuelling of the twin reactors commenced in 2009 and is scheduled for completion in 2012.
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Location |
Dumfries and Galloway, South west Scotland |
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Nuclear operation period |
Operated from 1959 to 2004 |
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Status |
Defuelling and Decommissioning |
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Site licensee |
Magnox Limited |
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Responsible organisation |
Nuclear Decommissioning Authority |
