| a) |
Formulate and
review a national policy relating to the prevention and
control of the abuse of dangerous drugs and to advise and make
recommendations to the Minister on such policy;
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| b) |
Call for such
information and particulars from individuals, organizations,
government departments and public corporations as may
reasonably be necessary to exercise the powers of the
Board;
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Provided however
that no member shall disclose any information or particulars
obtained under the provisions of this paragraph, except where
he is required to do so by a court of law or in order to
comply with any other provisions of this Act;
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| d) |
Co-ordinate the
activities of agencies engaged in the prevention and control
of dangerous drugs;
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| e) |
Promote treatment
and rehabilitation measures for drug dependent persons and
conduct national drug abuse and preventive educational
programs for children and adults;
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| f) |
Conduct and
undertake research studies into the prevalence, aetiology and
legal, medical, social, cultural and economic implications of
the abuse of dangerous drugs;
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| g) |
Maintain liasion
with national, regional and international organizations and
agencies involved in drug control activities.
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