The nuclear industry is not suffering from a skills shortage, but more radiologists and radiographers are needed in the health sector, according to a report.

The Government report was produced by the Nuclear Skills Group.

The group includes Rear Admiral Paul Thomas, a director of Harwell-based AEA Technology, which was formed from the privatised part of the UK's atomic energy authority.

Rear Admiral Thomas, previously head of nuclear safety for the Navy, joined AEA Technology's board when the company was heavily involved with the nuclear industry.

Following the report, a task group will be set up to encourage recruitment though the promotion of engineering and physical science, particularly nuclear and radiological technology, as well as looking at the quality of the UK's training.

Lord Sainsbury, the minister for science and innovation, said: "The availability of a workforce with nuclear and radiological skills is vitally important to the UK.

"Many sectors including health, defence, energy, and environmental restoration depend upon people trained in the application of nuclear and radiological technology."

The new task group will include employers, academia and Government representatives.