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Decree No. 1416 of 2008 to regulate fishing for Norway pout and small sandeel in 2009.

Country/Territory
Norway
Document type
Regulation
Date
2008 (2008)
Source
FAO, FAOLEX
Subject
Fisheries
Keyword
Marine fisheries Fishery management and conservation Marine fishes Fishing authorization Research Authorization/permit
Geographical area
Europe, Europe and Central Asia, North Atlantic, North Sea, North-East Atlantic, Northern Europe
Entry into force notes
Remains in force during the whole year 2009.
Abstract

This Decree prohibits in principle fishing for small sandeel and Norway pout in 2009 by Norwegian vessels. The Decree, however, grants power to the Fisheries Directorate to allow certain fishing for these species. It allows Norway pout to be caught as bycatch of other fish species. The Fisheries Directorate may issue further rules for rational management of fishery provided for by this Decree. Offences shall be punished in accordance with sections 60, 61 and 64 of the Marine Living Resources Act.

Full text
Norwegian
Website
www.lovdata.no

References - Legislation

Implements

Marine Living Resources Act.

Legislation | Norway | 2008 (2017)

Keyword: Basic legislation, Marine fisheries, Fishery management and conservation, Foreign fishing, Allocation/quota, Fishing gear/fishing method, Institution, Inspection, Enforcement/compliance, Landing, Offences/penalties, Genetic resources, Management/conservation, Hunting/capture, Marine mammals

Source: FAO, FAOLEX