The British Nuclear Energy Society, which was first established in 1962, is the leading UK learned body for all persons interested in the Nuclear Sector.

Merger Update

Following the SGM held on the 20th October 2008, the Trustees of the BNES wish to announce that following a unanimous decision by the attendees of the SGM, the BNES has decided to merge with the Institution of Nuclear Engineers to form the Nuclear Institute. The assets will be formally transferred on the 31st December 2008 with the NI beginning operation from the 1/1/2009. The BNES and BNES ltd will be wound up shortly after this.

The Trustees would like to thank the support from the membership during this time and are confident that the NI will continue the good work carried out by the BNES into the future.

You can download the minutes of the SGM here .

to advance knowledge on nuclear energy issues by providing the latest information and views to any interested parties.
to provide opportunities for meetings and debates locally, nationally and internationally for the advancement of knowledge in nuclear energy related issues.
to provide facilities for the presentation and publication of peer-reviewed papers on current issues in nuclear energy.
to promote increased public understanding of the issues surrounding the use of nuclear energy and support the public education activities of the industry
to facilitate nuclear energy specific training and education in the UK

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