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Decree No. 531 of 2002 to regulate experimental fishing for Greenland halibut and anglerfish off the coast of the Faeroe Islands in 2002.

Country/Territory
Norway
Document type
Regulation
Date
2002
Source
FAO, FAOLEX
Subject
Fisheries
Keyword
Marine fisheries Fishery management and conservation Marine fishes Total allowable catch Allocation/quota
Geographical area
Europe, Europe and Central Asia, North Atlantic, North Sea, North-East Atlantic, Northern Europe
Entry into force notes
Enters into force immediately and remains in force until the end of 2001.
Abstract

Article 1 prohibits in principal fishing for Greenland halibut and anglerfish by Norwegian vessels in the zone of the Faeroe Islands. Article 2 allows a total allowable catch for Norwegian vessels fishing with nets of 75 tons of Greenland halibut and 25 tons of anglerfish. Article 3 deals with application for participation in fishing by vessels and article 4 maximum quotas for vessels which may be fixed by the Directorate of Fisheries. Article 6 concerns the redistribution of catch quotas. Article 7 gives powers to the Directorate to stop fishing if quota levels are reached. The Directorate may fix a last sailing date and establish further rules regarding reporting and other matters of practical character. (8 articles)

Full text
Norwegian
Website
www.lovdata.no

References - Legislation

Implements

Act No. 40 of 1983 relating to sea-water fisheries.

Legislation | Norway | 1983 (2008)

Keyword: Basic legislation, Marine fisheries, Fishery management and conservation, Foreign fishing, Allocation/quota, Fishing gear/fishing method, Institution, Bycatch, Enforcement/compliance, Offences/penalties, Cartilaginous fishes, 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