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Law of 28 June 2002 on fisheries.

Country/Territory
Andorra
Document type
Legislation
Date
2002
Source
FAO, FAOLEX
Subject
Fisheries, Water
Keyword
Basic legislation Fishery management and conservation Inland fisheries Fishing gear/fishing method Enforcement/compliance Offences/penalties Institution Fishing authorization Hygiene/sanitary procedures Aquaculture Authorization/permit Ecosystem preservation Classification/declassification Basin/catchment/watershed Inland waters
Geographical area
Europe, Europe and Central Asia, Southern Europe
Abstract

The present Act establishes the legislative framework relating to fisheries as well as the preservation of aquatic habitats. The Act is composed of eight Chapters dealing with classification of watercourses, protection of aquatic habitats and ecosystems, measures to promote fisheries, fishing licences and permits, inspection and checks, offences and penalties to be applied in case of infringement. Article 22 provides for the establishment of the Commission for Fisheries Promotion. Article 28 prohibits the use of certain fishing gear and methods.

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References - Legislation

Repeals

Law on Fisheries.

Legislation | Andorra | 1988

Keyword: Basic legislation, Inland fisheries, Offences/penalties, Non-governmental entity, Fishing authorization, Fishery management and conservation, Authorization/permit, Pollution control, Freshwater pollution, Basin/catchment/watershed, Inland waters

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Implemented by

Decree approving the Fisheries Regulation.

Legislation | Andorra | 2003

Keyword: Fishery management and conservation, Inland fisheries, Seasons, Size, Freshwater fishes, Fishing authorization, Authorization/permit

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Decree of 22 March 2006 approving the Regulation on Fisheries.

Legislation | Andorra | 2006

Keyword: Fishery management and conservation, Inland fisheries, Seasons, Size, Freshwater fishes, Fishing authorization, Aquatic animals, Authorization/permit

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Repealed by

Law 26/2021 on fishing and management of the aquatic environment (consolidated text).

Legislation | Andorra | 2021

Keyword: Basic legislation, Inland fisheries, Animal reproduction, Animal welfare, Aquatic animals, Aquatic plants, Biodiversity, Classification/declassification, Enforcement/compliance, Fishery management and conservation, Fishing gear/fishing method, Inspection, Institution, Offences/penalties, Protection of species, Use restrictions, Residues, Fishing authorization, Monitoring, Procedural matters, Protected fishing area, Authorization/permit, Basin/catchment/watershed, Data collection/reporting, Ecosystem preservation, Hazardous substances, Inland waters, Water quality standards, Protection of habitats

Source: FAO, FAOLEX