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Ozone Layer Protection (Tristan da Cunha) Ordinance, 1996 (Ordinance T3 of 1996).

Country/Territory
Saint Helena (UK)
Territorial subdivision
Tristan da Cunha
Document type
Legislation
Date
1996
Source
FAO, FAOLEX
Long title
An Ordinance to regulate substances that deplete the ozone layer.
Subject
Air & atmosphere, Waste & hazardous substances
Keyword
Air quality/air pollution Ozone layer Pollution control Hazardous substances International trade Authorization/permit
Geographical area
Africa, Atlantic Ocean Islands, Western Africa
Abstract

This Ordinance prohibits, except with and in accordance with a licence granted by the Governor, (a) manufacture a controlled substance or product in Tristan da Cunha; or (b) import a controlled substance or product into Tristan da Cunha; or (c) export a controlled substance or product from Tristan da Cunha. “Controlled substance or product” means a substance or product whose manufacture in Tristan da Cunha or importation into or exportation from Tristan da Cunha is for the time being required, by or under or by virtue of a relevant agreement (Convention for the Protection of the Ozone Layer) provision, to be prohibited or controlled. Offences are defined and penalties are prescribed. The Governor may make Regulations necessary or convenient for the purpose of this Ordinance.

Full text
English
Website
www.ascension-island.gov.ac