The Atomic Energy Council was established by the Atomic Energy Act, 2008 with the mandate to regulate the peaceful applications of ionising radiation; to provide for protection and safety of individuals, society and the environment from the dangers resulting from ionizing radiation; to provide for the production and use of radiation sources and the management of radioactive waste; to provide for compliance with international safety requirements for the use of ionising radiation, radiation protection and security of radioactive sources.The Atomic Energy Council is made up of a policy organ, the Council (Board) and the technical organ, the Secretariat. The Council has five members appointed by the minister and approved by cabinet. The Council reports to the minister. The Council/Board has five committees namely; Human Resource Committee; Finance, Planning and Administration Committee; Technical Committee; Legal and Audit Committee and Corporate Affairs Committee.