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They also correct a technical error in respect of "Tritium" which is incorrectly listed as an element, but is in fact an isotope of Hydrogen; and substitute the more generally accepted name "Tungsten" for "Wolfram".

Staffing and Financial Implications

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There are no staffing and financial implications.

Public Reactions

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This is a highly technical matter and unlikely to attract any

public interest.

Publicity

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No special publicity arrangement is considered necessary.

Advice Sought

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Members will be asked to advise whether the Import (Radiation) (Prohibition)(Amendment) Regulations 1980 (annexed) should be made under section 31 of the Import and Export Ordinance, (Chapter 60).

(The Senior Physicist of the Medical & Health Department, (Mr G. F. MAULDON) will attend before the Council for the discussion of this item).

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