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Fishermen Welfare Fund Act 2000 (No. 28 of 2000).

Country/Territory
Mauritius
Document type
Legislation
Date
2000
Source
FAO, FAOLEX
Long title
An Act to establish a Fishermen Welfare Fund to provide for the social and economic welfare of fishermen and their families.
Subject
Fisheries
Keyword
Agricultural development Special fund Social protection Subsidy/incentive Sustainable development Tax/levy Artisanal fishing
Geographical area
Africa, Eastern Africa, Indian Ocean, Small Island Developing States
Abstract

This Act establishes the Fishermen Welfare Fund, defines its objects and powers and provides with respect to its management and financing. The Fund shall be a body corporate managed by a Board.

Full text
English

References - Legislation

Implemented by

Contributory Scheme for Bank Fishermen Regulations 2006 (G.N. 104/2006).

Legislation | Mauritius | 2006

Keyword: Agricultural development, Special fund, Social protection, Subsidy/incentive, Sustainable development, Artisanal fishing

Source: FAO, FAOLEX