The new Civil Defence Act was signed into effect by the President today, marking the first piece of Civil Defence legislation in 50 years.

It will create a Civil Defence Board representing government dept.'s, state agencies, county managers, CDO's and volunteers together with outside experts. This board will have decision-making powers on admin and training.

It is officially known as:

No. 16 of 2002
Civil Defence Act , 2002

And can be downloaded here.