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Offshore Minerals Ordinance 1994 (Ordinance No. 16 of 1994).

Country/Territory
Falkland Islands (Malvinas)
Document type
Legislation
Date
1994
Source
FAO, FAOLEX
Long title
An Ordinance To repeal the Continental Shelf Ordinance 1991; to replace it so as to make further and better provision for the exploration and exploitation of minerals in the Continental Shelf and other controlled waters of the Falkland Islands and for matters connected with or relating to the foregoing matters.
Subject
Mineral resources, Sea
Keyword
Maritime zone Mining Exploration Oil Authorization/permit Pollution control Protection of environment Offences/penalties Marine area Marine pollution Oil pollution
Geographical area
Americas, Atlantic Ocean Islands, Latin America and the Caribbean, South America, South Atlantic
Abstract

The Offshore Minerals Ordinance 1994 regulates the exploration and exploitation of minerals in the controlled waters of the Falkland Islands. Part II covers topics such as the prohibition of exploration and exploitation of minerals in controlled waters, the kinds of licenses available, the general duty of the Governor in relation to licensing powers, and the application of criminal and civil law. It also includes provisions for environmental protection, including strict liability for certain loss or damage, orderly payment for environmental damage, and oil pollution from certain operations. Miscellaneous matters such as wireless telegraphy, radioactive substances, and submarine cables and pipelines are also covered. Part III contains provisions related to safety zones. Safety zones are established automatically and special orders can be issued in relation to safety zones.

Full text
English
Website
legislation.gov.fk

References - Legislation

Implemented by

Offshore Petroleum (Licensing) Regulations 1995 (S.R. & O. No. 13 OF 1995).

Legislation | Falkland Islands (Malvinas) | 1995

Keyword: Concession, Exploration, Mining, Oil, Authorization/permit, Maritime zone

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Offshore Petroleum (Licensing) Regulations 2000 (S.R. & O. No. 20 OF 2000).

Legislation | Falkland Islands (Malvinas) | 2000 (2009)

Keyword: Mining, Oil, Authorization/permit, Marine area

Source: FAO, FAOLEX