Burges Salmon publishes third edition of Guide to Nuclear Law as sector complexity and ambition grow

Independent UK law firm Burges Salmon is proud to announce the launch of the third edition of its acclaimed Guide to Nuclear Law, the essential and highly regarded resource for all legal professionals and stakeholders operating across the nuclear sector. The guide delivers in-depth analysis and practical guidance on both UK and international nuclear law. It reflects Burges Salmon’s longstanding commitment to the nuclear sector in the UK and overseas and provides a clear text on the international nuclear law framework as well as commentary on the UK legal position.

First published in 2008, the guide has long been one of the few comprehensive texts in the field, offering authoritative insight into the legal frameworks that underpin the nuclear industry. Building on this legacy, the new issue provides updated commentary on regulatory developments, international treaties and conventions, and emerging technologies such as Small Modular Reactors (SMRs) and Advanced Modular Reactors (AMRs). Ian Salter, partner at Burges Salmon, says: “As the global energy landscape evolves, nuclear has a vital part to play in the broad mix of solutions to reach net-zero and deliver low-carbon, reliable power. This new edition of the guide which has many changes since the second edition reflects the dynamic legal and regulatory environment in which the sector operates, and we’re confident it will continue to serve as a trusted reference for clients and colleagues alike.”

Ian Truman, partner at Burges Salmon, adds: “The third edition is not just an update—it’s a response to the growing complexity and ambition of nuclear projects globally. From SMRs and AMRs to international collaboration and compliance, our aim is to provide a practical, forward-looking resource for legal practitioners and industry leaders.”