National Assembly paves the way for the controversial merger between ASN and IRSN. Under protests from the left, the deputies reinstated by 206 votes to 117 this key article.

The vote took place in an electric atmosphere, after a suspension of the session and a series of points of order. The stated objective is to “fluidify” the sector and reduce delays in the expertise, authorization and control processes. The two entities “already work together. The only difference is that we will operate more efficiently,” said Minister of Industry Roland Lescure.