Fish Packing and Processing Establishments Regulations. Country/Territory Malta Document type Regulation Date 2002 Source FAO, FAOLEX Subject Food & nutrition Keyword Food quality control/food safety Fish products Molluscs Crustaceans Processing/handling Hygiene/sanitary procedures Standards Packaging/labelling Authorization/permit Treated food Geographical area Europe, European Union Countries, Southern Europe Abstract According to thse regulations, a licence granted by the Minister responsible for fishing and aquaculture is compulsory to keep a fish packaging or processing establishment. In addition, no premises shall be used as a fish packing or processing establishment unless such premises have been licensed for that use. The Minister shall grant the licences hereby envisaged only if the hygienic and safety requirements prescribed by these regulations are met by the applicant. Fish, whether fresh or frozen, Full text English Website www.legal-malta.com