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Decree-Law No. 113/2003 establishing the Institute of Environment.

Country/Territory
Portugal
Document type
Legislation
Date
2003
Source
FAO, FAOLEX
Subject
Environment gen.
Keyword
Access-to-information Institution EIA Environmental planning Environmental standards Research Policy/planning Standards Protection of environment
Geographical area
Europe, Europe and Central Asia, European Union Countries, North Atlantic, North-East Atlantic, Southern Europe
Entry into force notes
This Decree-Law enters into force on the 1st day of the month following its publication.
Abstract

This Decree-Law, composed of 31 articles, establishes the Institute of Environment (IA). The aim is to set-up an autonomous body in charge offor planning, studying, providing technical, legal and scientific support in the field of environmental management and in the promotion of sustainable development. Moreover, it shall ensure public access to information and civil society participation on environmental concerns. The Decree-Law defines IA structure, mission, functions and management instruments. Moreover, it rules on the succession regime of the former General-Direction for Environment and the Institute for Environmental Promotion.

Full text
Portuguese
Website
www.diramb.gov.pt

References - Legislation

Implemented by

Decree-Law No. 231/2005 amending Decree-Law No. 233/2004 on the Institute for Environment.

Legislation | Portugal | 2005

Keyword: Institution, Legal proceedings/administrative proceedings

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Repealed by

Regulamentary Decree No. 53/2007 on the Portuguese Agency for Environment (APA).

Legislation | Portugal | 2007

Keyword: Institution, Environmental planning, Classification/declassification, Policy/planning

Source: FAO, FAOLEX