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Fisheries Protection Act (Chapter F40).

Country/Territory
Anguilla (UK)
Document type
Legislation
Date
1981 (2000)
Source
FAO, FAOLEX
Original source
Revised Statutes of Anguilla, Chapter F40.
Subject
Fisheries
Keyword
Basic legislation Fishery management and conservation Marine fisheries Inspection Institution Enforcement/compliance
Geographical area
Americas, Caribbean, Latin America and the Caribbean, Small Island Developing States
Abstract

This Act provides for conservation and management of fisheries resources in Anguilla. It shall apply within the fishery limits, i.e. the area of the territorial sea of Anguilla and the fisheries zone contiguous thereto established by the Proclamation set out in the Schedule to this Act. The Act empowers the Governor to appoint fisheries officers, one of whom shall be designated as Chief Fisheries Officer. The Act further provides for powers of fisheries officers, measures of enforcement and regulation-making powers of the Governor for the protection, management and development of fisheries resources.

Full text
English
Website
www.seaturtle.org

References - Legislation

Implemented by

Fisheries Protection Regulations (Chapter F40).

Legislation | Anguilla (UK) | 2000

Keyword: Fishery management and conservation, Marine fisheries, Institution, Inland fisheries, Foreign fishing, Fishing gear/fishing method, Access right, Policy/planning, Seasons, Transshipment, Size, Enforcement/compliance, Offences/penalties, Fishing authorization, Authorization/permit

Source: FAO, FAOLEX