Radiological inspections in Galicia: the CSN assumes direct control in 2026

Key data

If you have radioactive installations, medical radiodiagnostic equipment or carry out radioactive material transport in Galicia, your administrative relationship changes as of now. The CSN becomes your sole contact for inspections and proceedings, with no transition period.

The reason is specific: the Xunta of Galicia had been exercising delegated functions from the CSN since 1991 to inspect radioactive installations, medical radiodiagnostic equipment and radioactive material transport in its territory. With the retirement of the only accredited inspector and the Xunta lacking a replacement meeting the required qualifications, both administrations have agreed to temporarily suspend that delegation through an Amendment to the original delegation agreement.

What does this regulation establish?

The CSN Resolution of October 23, 2026 formalizes the temporary suspension of the delegation of functions that the Xunta of Galicia had been exercising since 1991. The key points of the agreement are:

• Temporary suspension of delegation: The Xunta ceases to exercise the radiological inspection functions that were delegated to it by the CSN.
• Direct assumption by the CSN: The CSN will directly perform, in Galician territory, inspections of radioactive installations, medical radiodiagnostic equipment and radioactive material transport.
• Transfer of proceedings: Proceedings in process at the Xunta at the time of suspension will be transferred to the CSN for continuation.
• Access to documentation: The Xunta will provide the CSN with access to all documentation and information necessary for service continuity.
• Reactivation condition: The suspension will remain in place until the Xunta certifies to the CSN new suitable personnel resources (that is, inspectors meeting the required qualifications).
• Service continuity: The explicit objective of the agreement is to ensure service continuity and radiological safety in Galicia during the suspension period.

This regulation modifies the original delegation agreement signed in 1991 between the CSN and the Xunta of Galicia, which had been in force for more than 35 years without interruption.

Economic and operational impact

The regulation does not generate new direct economic costs for holders of affected installations: fees, rates and mandatory inspections do not change in amount or frequency. What changes is the administrative channel and the body with which you must interact.

The actual operational impact is as follows:

• Immediate change of contact: Any communication, request, notification or procedure related to radiological inspections must now be directed to the CSN, not the Xunta.
• Ongoing proceedings: If you have an open proceeding with the Xunta, it will be transferred to the CSN. You do not need to start it again, but it is recommended to confirm with the CSN the status of your proceeding.
• Possible impact on timelines: The transfer of proceedings and direct assumption by the CSN may generate occasional administrative delays during the adaptation period. It is advisable to anticipate and proactively contact the CSN.
• Uncertain duration: The suspension has no fixed deadline. It will remain in place until the Xunta certifies new inspectors meeting the required qualifications. No planned date has been published.

Who does it affect?

• Holders of radioactive installations in Galicia (hospitals, clinics, industry, research).
• Holders of medical radiodiagnostic equipment in Galicia (diagnostic imaging centers, clinics with X-ray equipment, CT, mammography, etc.).
• Companies and operators carrying out radioactive material transport in Galicia.
• Managers and radiological protection officers of any of the above installations.
• Advisors and consultants in nuclear or radiological safety who manage procedures on behalf of holders.

Practical example

A private clinic in A Coruña with medical radiodiagnostic equipment (CT and mammograph) had a periodic inspection pending managed by the Xunta of Galicia. With the entry into force of this Amendment on November 2, 2026, that inspection proceeding is transferred to the CSN.

The clinic's radiological protection officer must now:

1. Stop directing communications to the Xunta for this procedure.
2. Contact the CSN to confirm receipt and status of the transferred proceeding.
3. Coordinate the inspection visit directly with CSN technicians, who will travel from their headquarters to conduct the inspection in Galicia.

There is no change in the cost of the inspection or in the technical requirements demanded. The only change is the body that executes it and with which documentation is processed.

What should companies do now?

1. Identify if you have affected installations or equipment in Galicia: Radioactive installations, medical radiodiagnostic equipment or radioactive material transport activity in Galician territory.
2. Update your administrative contact: Replace the Xunta of Galicia with the CSN in all your records, contacts and internal procedures related to radiological inspections.
3. Verify the status of proceedings in process: If you have any open proceeding with the Xunta, contact the CSN to confirm it has been received correctly and learn the new responsible party for follow-up.
4. Review your installation documentation: Ensure you have available and updated all technical and administrative documentation, as the Xunta must provide the CSN access and it may request information directly from you.
5. Monitor reactivation of delegation: The situation is temporary. When the Xunta certifies new inspectors, the delegation will be reactivated. Stay informed to resume operations with the Xunta when appropriate.

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Notice: This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For specific decisions, consult a qualified professional. Source: https://www.boe.es/diario_boe/txt.php?id=BOE-A-2026-23006