11. Functions of the Council

The functions of the Council shall be to –

issue licences required to be issued under this Act and renew, modify, suspend or revoke the same;

formulate an inspection programme to ensure compliance with the requirements imposed under this Act and conditions specified in licences issued under this Act;

take appropriate measures to ensure due compliance with the provisions of this Act, proper enforcement of regulations or rules made thereunder and conditions specified in licences issued;

maintain a national register containing information on all sources available within Sri Lanka;

provide information regarding the regulatory activities of the Council to the general public, the media and any other relevant stakeholders;

make recommendations to the Minister on the formulation of a national policy and strategy on protection against ionizing radiation, the safety and security of sources and nuclear and other radioactive material and on radioactive waste management;

formulate and review rules, codes and standards relating to radiation protection and the application of ionizing radiation,which reflects best practices enunciated by the International Atomic Energy

advice the Minister on any matter referred to the

perform and discharge such other duties and functions as in the opinion of the Council, are necessary in achieving the objectives of the