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The Ministry of Defence's Submarine Dismantling Project at Rosyth dockyard involves cleaning up retired nuclear submarines while facing increased risks from operational nuclear-armed submarines. Over £500 million has been spent on storage, with an annual cost of £30 million.

The final decommissioning cost is estimated at £298 million. The dismantling process aims to maximize recycling but poses additional risks due to exposure to radioactivity. Concerns about radioactive discharges, environmental hazards, and the long-term legacy of nuclear waste persist amid the project's development.