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Decree prohibiting Norwegian fishermen to fish for salmon in the North-west and North-east Atlantic (No. 8590 of 1975).

Country/Territory
Norway
Document type
Regulation
Date
1975
Source
FAO, FAOLEX
Subject
Fisheries
Keyword
Marine fisheries Diadromous fish Fishery management and conservation Aquatic animals
Geographical area
Europe, Europe and Central Asia, North Atlantic, North Sea, North-East Atlantic, Northern Europe
Entry into force notes
This Decree entered into force on 1 January 1976.
Abstract

It shall be prohibited from 1 January 1976 for Norwegian citizens, residents of Norway, and Norwegian companies and other entities to fish for salmon in specified ICNAF and NEAFC areas in the Atlantic. It shall also be prohibited to land, sell, offer for sale, purchase, donate or accept fish caught in contravention with the provisions of the present Decree. (4 sections)

Full text
Norwegian
Website
www.lovdata.no

References - Legislation

Implements

Act No. 47 of 1992 relative to Salmonids and fresh-water fish and related matters.

Legislation | Norway | 1992 (2011)

Keyword: Inland fisheries, Fishery management and conservation, Institution, Stock enhancement/repopulation, Special fund, Fishing gear/fishing method, Seasons, Inspection, Data collection/reporting, Traditional rights/customary rights, Offences/penalties, Fishing authorization, Fishing charge, Authorization/permit

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Repealed by

Regulation No. 736 on anadromous salmonids fishing.

Legislation | Norway | 2003

Keyword: Marine fisheries, Migratory species, Fishing gear/fishing method, Equipment, Fishing area, Fishing authorization, Marine fishes, Seasons, Fishery management and conservation, Authorization/permit

Source: FAO, FAOLEX