Regulatory structures in Great Britain and Europe?

[Karin Gordon <KGordon@exchange.hsc.mb.ca>]

Hi,

I'm helping to edit a document - and one of the appendices is planned to
give a brief overview of the regulatory structures specifically for
radioactive material in medical use in various countries around the world.
I have North America sorted out, but would like some help from radsafers
especially those in Europe and Great Britain.   What is the name of your
national regulatory agency?  What is the role of the European Commission and
the EURATOM treaty? Are all member countries legally bound to to harmonize
their radiation protection regulations with other neighbouring nations or
can they establish standards which may differ significantly?  What role do
the Basic Safety Standards play?

Thanks in advance for any info you send me.  To avoid cluttering Radsafe,
oplease e-mail me privately: kgordon@hsc.mb.ca

Thank you

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Karin Gordon RTR, RTNM, RTT
Radiation Safety Coordinator
Winnipeg Regional Health Authority
Health Sciences Centre
GC-214, 820 Sherbrook Street
Winnipeg, Manitoba
CANADA, R3A 1R9

phone   (204) 787-2903
fax        (204) 787-1313
e-mail    kgordon@hsc.mb.ca
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