New Atomic Energy Bill expected to improve safety measures

Hamrah (left) and Prof Azlan exchanging the memorandum of understanding during a ceremony held at Bangunan Canseleri Sultan Ibrahim in Johor Baru.

JOHOR BARU: The Atomic Energy Licensing Board (AELB) hopes that the Atomic Energy Bill that will be replacing the Atomic Energy Licensing Act 1984 (Act 304) could be finalised this year.

The Bill would have a better scope for radiation safety, security of radioactive and nuclear materials as well as safeguard nuclear materials mainly for industrial use.