The Authority for Nuclear Safety and Radiation Protection (ANVS) ensures that the highest standards of nuclear safety and radiation protection are met in the Netherlands. The ANVS performs that role by laying down rules, issuing licences, ensuring that licence-holders abide by the conditions and, if the need arises, taking enforcement action.
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Resilient, agile, decisive
2026 marks a new phase for the ANVS. It is time to focus our efforts on how we can continue to carry out our work in a changing world.
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Safe design and operation of nuclear installations
In December 2025 we published the new version of our guideline, based on the latest developments in nuclear safety.
Read moreGuideline for the Pre-Licensing Phase
Our new guide describes the steps initiators have to go through during the pre-licensing phase for new-build nuclear reactors.
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IAEA keeps eye on nuclear safety in Ukraine
Nuclear safety in Ukraine remains under pressure as military actions continue. The Authority for Nuclear Safety and Radiation ...
Read moreAcICT launches investigation into replacement case management system
The Dutch Advisory Board on ICT Assessments (AcICT) will be assessing the replacement of ANVS’s current case management system. ...
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Amended licence for Mistras Group B.V.
Mistras has applied for a licence under the Nuclear Energy Act. Interested parties have the right to appeal against this licence ...
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