Commentary on Sections Part 3: Nuclear Regulation Other functions Section 88: Research, training etc
424.This section permits the ONR to undertake research, or arrange for someone else to carry out research, in relation to any matter connected with its purposes. It imposes an obligation on the ONR, if it thinks it appropriate, to publish, or arrange the publication of, the results of any research. In addition, the section empowers the ONR to provide training or make arrangements for training through third parties (subsection (3)) for any of its purposes.
425.Under subsections (1)(a) and (2) the ONR is given the necessary powers to pay for others to carry out research or publish the results on its behalf. Subsection (4) entitles the ONR to charge for the training that it provides. The power to publish the results of research is subject to general prohibitions on disclosure contained within the Act (in particular in Schedule 9) and in other legislation.