ASN Report 2020

THE FRENCH NUCLEAR SAFETY AUTHORITY Roles Operations Key figures A SN was created by the 13 June 2006 Nuclear Security and Transparency Act. It is an independent administrative uthority responsible for regulating civil nuclear activities in France. On behalf of the State, ASN ensures the oversight of nuclear safety and radiation protection to protect people and the environment. It informs the public and contributes to enlightened societal choices. ASN decides and acts with rigour and discernment: its aim is to exercise oversight that is recognised by the citizens and regarded internationally as a benchmark for good practice. ASN REPORT ON THE STATE OF NUCLEAR SAFETY AND RADIATION PROTECTION IN FRANCE IN 2020