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Decree No. 1592 of 2002 to regulate fishing for mackerel in coastal fishing vessel groups in 2003.

Country/Territory
Norway
Document type
Regulation
Date
2002 (2003)
Source
FAO, FAOLEX
Subject
Fisheries
Keyword
Marine fisheries Fishery management and conservation Marine fishes Total allowable catch Allocation/quota Fishing gear/fishing method
Geographical area
Europe, Europe and Central Asia, North Atlantic, North Sea, North-East Atlantic, Northern Europe
Entry into force notes
Remains in force for the whole year 2003.
Abstract

This Decree prescribes the criteria for participation in fishing for mackerel by “coastal fishing vessels” of less than 13 meters of total length fishing with seine (Chapter I) or fishing with vessels of more than 13 meters of total length but less than 21.35 metres (Chapter II). Vessels and owners of vessels shall be registered and vessels shall have participated in fishing for mackerel in previous years. Rights granted under Chapter I cannot be transferred. Vessels shall be approved by the regional offices of the Directorate of Fisheries. Conditions for transfer of rights in case of sale of the vessel are specified in article Chapter III. (12 articles)

Full text
Norwegian
Website
www.lovdata.no

References - Legislation

Implements

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