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Marine Living Resources Act: Regulations: Prince Edward Islands Marine Protected Area (No. R. 422 of 2013).

Country/Territory
South Africa
Document type
Regulation
Date
2013
Source
FAO, FAOLEX
Subject
Fisheries, Wild species & ecosystems
Keyword
Fishery management and conservation Marine fisheries Fishing authorization Fishing gear/fishing method Navigation Prohibited fishing area Protected fishing area Offences/penalties Marine protected areas Protected area Zoning Protection of habitats Ecosystem preservation
Geographical area
Africa, Southern Africa
Abstract

These Regulations provide for the protection of marine life in the Prince Edward Islands Marine Protected Area established by Notice in accordance with the Marine Living Resources Act. They provide rules for fishing so as to reduce the ecological impact of fisheries. The Regulations establish a Sanctuary Area, four Restricted Zones (Abyss restricted zone, Africana II restricted zone, Prince Edward Island restricted zone and Southwest Indian Ridge restricted zone), and a Controlled Zone in the Ma

Full text
English
Website
www.info.gov.za

References - Legislation

Implements

Marine Living Resources Act (No. 18 of 1998).

Legislation | South Africa | 1998

Keyword: Marine pollution, Basic legislation, Marine fisheries, Authorization/permit, Institution, Fishing area, Enforcement/compliance, Fishing gear/fishing method, Foreign fishing, Legal proceedings/administrative proceedings, Access right, Offences/penalties, Fishing authorization, Integrated management, Precautionary principle, Marine area, Protected area, Marine mammals, Biodiversity, Ecosystem preservation

Source: FAO, FAOLEX