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The Submarine Dismantling Project (SDP) at Rosyth dockyard is focused on cleaning up retired nuclear submarines, but operational nuclear-armed submarines may increase radioactive risks. The Ministry of Defence has not ruled out the presence of nuclear weapons on temporarily docked submarines.

The project has incurred costs exceeding £500 million, with annual expenses around £30 million. The estimated cost for final decommissioning is projected at £298 million. The dismantling method aims to maximize recycling while exposing workers to additional radioactivity risks. Regulatory compliance regarding radioactive discharges is monitored by the Scottish Environment Protection Agency, though concerns about environmental and health impacts remain.