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Decree No. 256 of 2011 concerning a stop on fishing for cod in the NAFO area in 2011.

Country/Territory
Norway
Document type
Regulation
Date
2011
Source
FAO, FAOLEX
Subject
Fisheries
Keyword
Marine fisheries Fishery management and conservation Total allowable catch Marine fishes Fishing authorization Authorization/permit
Geographical area
Europe, Europe and Central Asia, North Atlantic, North Sea, North-East Atlantic, Northern Europe
Abstract

This Decree applies to an area known the NAFO area and described in this Decree. 1. It introduces an immediate stop on fishing in NAFO sub-area 3M. Infringement, caused by either intentional or negligent behaviour, shall be punished in accordance with section 11 of the Svalbard Act of 1925 and sections 61, 64 and 65 of the Marine Living Resources Act. Assistance in fishing or attempt to fish shall be regarded as fishing.

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