John Mathieson
+44 (0)7557 394 896
jm@prospectlaw.co.uk
With nearly 50 years of experience in the nuclear sector, John Mathieson leads our specialist team alongside John Ireland. His work with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), the European Commission, and numerous national governments and waste management organisations reflects deep expertise in policy development, infrastructure planning, waste management, and decommissioning strategy.
At Prospect Law, we provide end-to-end support across all aspects of radioactive waste management, including:
Policy and Strategy Development
Drafting national and regional frameworks aligned with international standards and local legislation
Regulatory Compliance
Navigating complex legal and regulatory regimes to ensure full compliance
Infrastructure Planning
Advising on organisational structures and financing arrangements for waste management and decommissioning
Risk Mitigation
Identifying and managing risks to protect project delivery and minimise exposure
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Effective radioactive waste management policy and strategy require specialist legal and technical expertise.
Get in touch today to discuss how Prospect Law can support your requirements.
John Mathieson
+44 (0)7557 394 896
jm@prospectlaw.co.uk
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John Mathieson and John Ireland lead our regulatory advisory services, bringing decades of combined experience across nuclear policy, engineering, and regulatory compliance.
John Mathieson has nearly 50 years’ experience advising on radioactive waste management, decommissioning strategy, and financing mechanisms. His work with the International Atomic Energy Agency and the European Commission has supported governments in developing sustainable back-end policies and critical infrastructure aligned with international standards.
John Ireland brings over 45 years’ experience in nuclear engineering, licensing, and project delivery. A Chartered Engineer and Fellow of the Institution of Chemical Engineers, he specialises in regulatory compliance, permitting, and technical risk assessment, ensuring complex projects are both technically robust and fully compliant.
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John Mathieson
