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National Trust Law (2010 Revision).

Country/Territory
Cayman Islands (UK)
Document type
Legislation
Date
1987 (2010)
Source
FAO, FAOLEX
Original source
Supplement No. 17 published with Gazette No. 23 of 8th November, 2010.
Long title
A Law to establish the National Trust for the Cayman Islands, and for other purposes.
Subject
Environment gen., Wild species & ecosystems
Keyword
Institution Soil conservation/soil improvement Management/conservation Cultural heritage
Geographical area
Americas, Caribbean, Latin America and the Caribbean
Abstract

This Act establishes the National Trust for the Cayman Islands as a body corporate. It shall manage and conserve natural and cultural beauty and wealth of Cayman Islands including submarine areas. In order to achieve this objective it shall have the powers to: identify and classify any place or area for purposes of protection of its natural or cultural beauty and create a Heritage register thereof; acquire, sell or lease land; engage propagation and conservation of wildlife programs; etc. There shall be established seven District Committees. The Trust may enter into agreements restricting the use of private land. The Council of the Trust may make by-laws also for the management of submarine property. (22 sections)

Full text
English
Website
gazettes.gov.ky