National Research and Development Council Act (Cap. 143). Country/Territory Seychelles Document type Legislation Date 1980 (2012) Source FAO, FAOLEX Subject Agricultural & rural development Keyword Agricultural development Institution Research Geographical area Africa, Eastern Africa, Indian Ocean, Small Island Developing States Abstract This Act establishes the National Council for Research and Development, which shall, among other things: (a) advise the Government on a national research and development policy, including general planning and the assessment of the requisite financial resources; (b) identify research and development activities consonant with the national development objectives; (c) ensure the application of the results of research activities to national development and for the welfare of the people of Seychelles; and (d) initiate, support, coordinate and monitor research and development activities of the nation and ensure maximum utilization of research resources. Full text English Website www.seylii.org