Ecolex Logo
The gateway to
environmental law
Search results » Legislation

Fisheries Ordinance (Cap. 212).

Country/Territory
Sri Lanka
Document type
Legislation
Date
Source
FAO, FAOLEX
Subject
Fisheries
Keyword
Basic legislation Marine fisheries Institution Fishery management and conservation Alien species Fishing gear/fishing method Dispute settlement Enforcement/compliance Offences/penalties Fishing authorization Authorization/permit
Geographical area
Asia, Asia and the Pacific, Indian Ocean, South Asian Seas, Southern Asia
Abstract

Articles 1 to 11 provide for general measures such as the establishment of the Fishery Advisory Board, appointments within the fishery administration, the registration of fishing boats and restrictions on landing of fish. Articles 12 to 19 are placed under the title "Protection of Fish" and prescribe rules, inter alia, with respect to exportation and importation of fish, prohibited methods and the right to take specified non-indigenous fish. The remaining articles deal with fishing disputes, enforcement, offences and regulation making powers of the Minister. (37 articles, 2 Schedules)

Full text
English

References - Legislation

Implemented by

Purse-Seine net Fishing Regulations, 1986.

Legislation | Sri Lanka | 1986

Keyword: Fishery management and conservation, Fishing gear/fishing method

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Repealed by

Fisheries and Aquatic Resources Act 1996, No. 2 of 1996.

Legislation | Sri Lanka | 1996 (2016)

Keyword: Framework law, Marine fisheries, Inland fisheries, Institution, Fishing vessel, Registration, Foreign fishing, Fishing gear/fishing method, Aquaculture, Dispute settlement, Offences/penalties, Fishing authorization, Fishery management and conservation, Authorization/permit

Source: FAO, FAOLEX