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Fisheries (Caye Caulker Marine Reserve) Regulations, 2008.

Country/Territory
Belize
Document type
Regulation
Date
2008
Source
FAO, FAOLEX
Subject
Fisheries, Wild species & ecosystems
Keyword
Fishery management and conservation Marine fisheries Institution Fishing area Protected fishing area Non-commercial fishing Fishing authorization Authorization/permit Protected area Marine protected areas
Geographical area
Americas, Central America, Latin America and the Caribbean, Small Island Developing States
Abstract

These Regulations, made under section 13 of the Fisheries Act, make provision with respect to fisheries and protection of marine resources in the Caye Cauker Marine Reserve declared under the Fisheries (Caye Caulker Marine Reserve) Order, 1998. The Fisheries Administrator shall establish an Advisory Committee for the purpose of assisting in the management of the Reserve. The Reserve shall be divided into a General Use Zone, a Conservation Zone and a Preservation Zone. For each Zone, rules relative to commercial, subsistence and sport fishing are prescribed. Commercial or research fishing licences shall be granted by the Fisheries Administrator. The Fisheries Administrator may designate areas for certain activities. No person shall, within the Reserve, engage in water activities outside of the designated areas. Notwithstanding the provisions of these Regulations, the Fisheries Regulations, as amended, shall apply within the Reserve.

Full text
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Website
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References - Legislation

Implements

Fisheries Act (Chapter 210).

Legislation | Belize | 1948 (1989)

Keyword: Basic legislation, Fishery management and conservation, Marine fisheries, Inland fisheries, Enforcement/compliance, Research, Fishing gear/fishing method, Offences/penalties, Fishing authorization, Authorization/permit, Protected area, Protection of habitats, Protection of species

Source: FAO, FAOLEX