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Decree No. 1539 of 2010 to regulate fishing for common sole in the EU zone in 2011.

Country/Territory
Norway
Document type
Regulation
Date
2008
Source
FAO, FAOLEX
Subject
Fisheries
Keyword
Marine fisheries Fishery management and conservation Marine fishes Fishing gear/fishing method Total allowable catch
Geographical area
Europe, Europe and Central Asia, North Atlantic, North Sea, North-East Atlantic, Northern Europe
Abstract

This Decree prohibits fishing and landing of common sole in the EU zone by Norwegian vessels in 2011. However, vessels with conventional gear may fish and land a total allowable catch of 50 tons in Statistical Area IV of the EU-zone. Bycatch of sole is allowed under article 3 by for vessels not involved in direct fishing for sole. The Fisheries Directorate may stop fishing if the total catch quota is reached (art. 4). Offences and penalties are prescribed by the Laws here implemented. (6 articles)

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

Act No. 15 of 1999 relative to the right to participate in fishery and hunting of marine animals (Participation Act).

Legislation | Norway | 1999 (2008)

Keyword: Marine fisheries, Fishery management and conservation, Registration, Enforcement/compliance, Offences/penalties, Management/conservation, Hunting/capture, Marine mammals

Source: FAO, FAOLEX