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Marine Conservation (Fishing Licences) Regulations, 2003.

Country/Territory
Cayman Islands (UK)
Document type
Regulation
Date
2003
Source
FAO, FAOLEX
Original source
Supplement No. 3 published with Gazette No. 19 of 22 September 2003.
Subject
Fisheries, Wild species & ecosystems
Keyword
Fishery management and conservation Marine fisheries Inland fisheries Fishing authorization Marine fishes Artisanal fishing Non-commercial fishing Authorization/permit Management/conservation Protection of species Turtles
Geographical area
Americas, Caribbean, Latin America and the Caribbean
Abstract

These Regulations, made by the Governor under sections 19 and 29 of the Marine Conservation law, precribe form for an application for a monthly and an annual fishing licence and the monthly and annual fishing licence. The Licences contains conditions regarding, among other things gear. The taking of lobster, conch, turtle, or protected fin fish species is not permitted. No more than four fish in total may be taken in any one day, and fish must be eight inches or greater in length. The licence holder shall fish for personal consumption only, and shall not indulge in any trade or barter of fish. The licence holder shall keep this licence on his person during any line fishing activity. This licence is not transferable to any other person.

Full text
English
Website
www.gazettes.gov.ky

References - Legislation

Implements

National Conservation Law, 2013 (No. 24 of 2013).

Legislation | Cayman Islands (UK) | 2013

Keyword: Marine fisheries, Inland waters, Freshwater resources management, Wetlands, Basic legislation, Biodiversity, Institution, Policy/planning, Protected area, Contract/agreement, Climate change, Endangered species, Coastal zone management, Protection of habitats, Special fund, Enforcement/compliance, Offences/penalties, Protection of species, Cartilaginous fishes

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Amended by

National Conservation (General) Regulations, 2016.

Legislation | Cayman Islands (UK) | 2016

Keyword: Fishery management and conservation, Marine fisheries, Marine fishes, Seasons, Offences/penalties, Management/conservation, Protection of species, Birds, Aquatic plants, Turtles

Source: FAO, FAOLEX