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Presidential Order No. 324 on the exploitation of coral formations.

Country/Territory
Greece
Document type
Regulation
Date
1994
Source
FAO, FAOLEX
Original source
Efimeris tis Kyverniseos No. 174, Part I, 24 October 1994, pp. 2097-2104.
Subject
Fisheries, Wild species & ecosystems
Keyword
Marine fisheries Fishing gear/fishing method Processing/handling Data collection/reporting Fishing authorization Fishery management and conservation Authorization/permit Coral Management/conservation Aquatic animals
Geographical area
Europe, Europe and Central Asia, European Union Countries, Mediterranean, Southern Europe
Abstract

The Law establishes general rules for coral exploitation. In case new coral formations are discovered then the competent authority must be notified within twenty days and a detailed report must be submitted as well. The Law sets specific provisions for the collection of corals and collection means or gears, granting and withdraw of licences, processing and vending, restrictive measures.

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