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Act amending the Fisheries Act (No. 293 of 2012).

Country/Territory
Finland
Document type
Legislation
Date
2012
Source
FAO, FAOLEX
Subject
Fisheries
Keyword
Marine fisheries Non-commercial fishing Fishing authorization Fishery management and conservation Authorization/permit
Geographical area
Arctic, Europe, Europe and Central Asia, European Union Countries, North-East Atlantic, Northern Europe
Abstract

This Act amends the Fisheries Act by adding section 8a on the authorization of non-commercial fishing by the Economic Development, Transport and the Environment Central Office. The section also places restrictions on the number of participants, type of fishing gear, etc. for recreational fishing trips.

Full text
Swedish
Website
www.finlex.fi

References - Legislation

Amends

Fisheries Act.

Legislation | Finland | 1982 (2005)

Keyword: Basic legislation, Marine fisheries, Inland fisheries, Institution, Fishery management and conservation, Exploration, Fishing gear/fishing method, Protected fishing area, Seasons, Size, Fish products, Enforcement/compliance, Offences/penalties, Fishing authorization, Authorization/permit

Source: FAO, FAOLEX