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Capture and Killing Methods (Prohibition) Regulations, 2002 (L.N. No. 167 of 2002).

Country/Territory
Malta
Document type
Regulation
Date
2002
Source
FAO, FAOLEX
Original source
Supplement to the Government Gazette of 2002, pp. B 2595 - B 2602.
Subject
Fisheries, Wild species & ecosystems
Keyword
Protection of species Fishery management and conservation Hunting/capture Hunting gear/hunting methods Offences/penalties
Geographical area
Europe, Europe and Central Asia, European Union Countries, Mediterranean, Southern Europe
Entry into force notes
For entry into force please see article 1.
Abstract

These Regulations prohibit the use of indiscriminate means and forms of capture capable of causing local disappearance of, or serious disturbance to, populations of mammals and fish listed in Schedule I to these Regulations. The use of capture and killing methods listed in Schedule II to these Regulations is prohibited. The Malta Environment and Planning Authority shall be responsible for the administration and implementation of the present Regulations.

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References - Legislation

Implements

Environment Protection Act, 2001 (Act No. XX of 2001).

Legislation | Malta | 2001

Keyword: Basic legislation, Environmental planning, Institution, Pollution control, Authorization/permit, EIA, Special fund, Inspection, Policy/planning, Biodiversity, Management/conservation

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Repealed by

Flora, Fauna and Natural Habitats Protection Regulations, 2006 (L.N. 311 of 2006).

Legislation | Malta | 2006

Keyword: Management/conservation, Biodiversity, Protection of habitats, Ecosystem preservation, Protected area, Ex-situ conservation, Hunting gear/hunting methods, Birds, Wild fauna, Wild flora, Hunting/capture, Alien species, Genetic resources, Policy/planning, Research, Offences/penalties, Cartilaginous fishes, PIC-prior informed consent

Source: FAO, FAOLEX