International Atomic Energy Agency reps head to Antigua
The government has met with the Director of Analytical Services to discuss the scope of work and staff complement that will be required of Antigua and Barbuda when officials from the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) arrive here in less than two weeks.
Chief of Staff in the Office of the Prime Minister Lionel Max Hurst said on Thursday that the Agency will assist in establishing an Institute of Applied Sciences and Research; Laboratory Services; Research and Development Services.
The agency he said will also establish important functions that will be carried on at the places where the very expensive equipment, provided by the IAEA, is installed.
The Department has two sites; one at Point Wharf and the other at Dunbars; repair work at Dunbars will soon be undertaken and Point Wharf will become the Center of the Department’s activities, according to Hurst, who claimed that the Government will also enact legislation regarding the establishment of the new Institute and its operations, at the next sitting of Parliament.
“It is always better to have an expert than someone who might only occasionally be called. The whole idea is to ensure that small countries like ours that are unable to purchase some of the equipment necessary to do the investigations and to submit annual reports. The international agency will help us and they’ve done that. They’ve purchased some of the equipment which we now have, and training has also taken place”
“So, they will come to Antigua not only examining the equipment which they have donated but also to ensure that the staff that are responsible for ensuring that the equipment works, that they are in place. We have several functions and roles,” Hurst said
He also confirmed that the latest move is a result of the 2018 framework that Antigua and Barbuda signed.
This story was first published by Antigua News on : antigua.news/2023/04/27/international-atomic-energy-agency-reps-head-to-antigua. © 2023 Antigua News. Republication without permission is not allowed.
About the author
The Editorial Staff refers to all reporters employed by Antigua.news. When an article is not an original creation of Antigua.news—such as when it is based on a press release, other media articles, letters to the editor, or court decisions—one of our staff members is responsible for overseeing its publication.
Read our editorial standards and corrections policy. Spotted an error? Contact the newsroom.
More from Antigua and Barbuda
View section
Browne Proposes Fishing Restriction to Let Peace Beach Reef Mature
Prime minister says newly installed artificial reef modules need time to develop and promises continued public beach access.
By Shermain Bique-Charles
Cleo Lemonious and Latoya Pilliner Charged Over Alleged EC$4,405 Clothing Theft
The accused are expected before the St. John’s Magistrate’s Court on Monday following alleged thefts at a store on Market and Redcliffe Streets.
By Shermain Bique-Charles
Jeffers: Employers Must Give Workers Reasons to Be Loyal
The management consultant says job security, fair treatment and investment in employees are essential to building lasting workplace commitment.
By Shermain Bique-Charles
Browne Celebrates Sister’s Graduation: ‘She Has Corrected That Now’
Prime minister says Blondell Browne’s achievement reflects the opportunities now available to adults who once ended their education at secondary school.
By Shermain Bique-Charles
Comments
Be the first to comment.