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Order No. 17 on coastal halibut-fishing.

Country/Territory
Greenland (Denmark)
Document type
Regulation
Date
2001
Source
FAO, FAOLEX
Subject
Fisheries
Keyword
Marine fisheries Marine fishes Fishing gear/fishing method Mesh Landing Fishing area Data collection/reporting Inspection Fishing authorization Fishery management and conservation Authorization/permit
Geographical area
Americas, Arctic, Atlantic Ocean Islands, European Union Countries, North America, North Atlantic
Entry into force notes
This Order enters into force on 9 May 2001.
Abstract

The Order sets regulations on commercial fishing for halibut which is subject to licensing. It must specify vessels used for these activities, fishing gear, and landing of catch must be authorized by national authorities on whether it may occur through buyers' vessel or directly to a determined place in Greenland. Non-commercial fishing licence is granted to Danish citizens residing in Greenland and their method of fishing for own consumption may not take place by nets and trawls.

Full text
Danish
Website
www.lovgivning.gl

References - Legislation

Implements

Fishery Act (No. 18 of 1996).

Legislation | Greenland (Denmark) | 1996

Keyword: Allocation/quota, Authorization/permit, Basic legislation, Enforcement/compliance, Data collection/reporting, Fishery management and conservation, Fishing gear/fishing method, Fishing vessel, Foreign fishing, Processing/handling, Inspection, Landing, Marine fisheries, Mesh, Research, Seasons, Total allowable catch, Fishing authorization

Source: FAO, FAOLEX