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Ionising Radiation (Medical Exposure) Regulations (IR(ME)R)

IR(ME)R notifications to RQIA

Significant accidental or unintended exposures IR(ME)R notifications to the Regulation and Quality Improvement Authority - April 2023 to March 2024


Following the publication of the EU directive (Council Directive 97/43 Euratom), the Ionising Radiation (Medical Exposure) Regulations (Northern Ireland) 2000 came into force on 1 January 2001. This order sets out legislative measures for the protection of individuals against dangers of ionising radiation in relation to medical exposure.

In Northern Ireland, RQIA is responsible for monitoring and inspecting of IR(ME)R.

IR(ME)R Guidance

IR(ME)R Guidance (For New Services)

Guidance for Reporting Accidental and Unintended Exposures (IRMER)

IR(ME)R Inspection Reports