Atomic Energy Act, 2008 (No. 24 of 2008).
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Type of law
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Abstract
This Act establishes the Atomic Energy Council and provides with respect to development and management of nuclear power and radiation safety. The Act also concerns the management of radioactive waste and emergency preparedness and response. The Council is a body corporate, which shall, among other things, issue authorizations and grant exemptions for the possession and use of radiation sources and carry out inspections. The Council shall appoint Radiation Protection Officers. The Act also establishes a Radiological Emergency Response Committee and a Nuclear Energy Unit.
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Long title of text
An Act to regulate the peaceful applications of ionising radiation; to establish the Atomic Energy Council; to provide for the protection and safety of individuals, society and the environment from the dangers resulting from ionising radiation; to provide for the production and use of radiation sources and the management of radioactive waste; to provide for a framework for the promotion and development of nuclear energy for use in power generation and other peaceful purposes; to provide for compliance with international safety requirements for the use of ionising radiation, radiation protection and security of radioactive sources; to repeal the Atomic Energy Act, Cap. 143; and for other related matters.
Date of text
Repealed
No
Serial Imprint
Uganda Gazette No. 61 of 5 December 2008.
Source language
English
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