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Prohibition of Fishing for Scallops (Wales) Order 2009 (W.S.I. No. 2721 (W.232) of 2009).

Country/Territory
United Kingdom
Territorial subdivision
Wales
Document type
Regulation
Date
2009
Source
FAO, FAOLEX
Subject
Fisheries
Keyword
Fishery management and conservation Marine fisheries Fishing gear/fishing method Seasons Molluscs Enforcement/compliance
Geographical area
Atlantic Ocean Islands, Europe, Europe and Central Asia, North Atlantic, North Sea, North-East Atlantic, Northern Europe
Abstract

This Order provides for a closed season in respect of scallop fishing in Wales during a specified period. In addition, it sets out the powers of British sea-fishery officers in respect of this Order, in addition to their powers under the Sea Fish (Conservation) Act 1967.

Full text
English
Website
www.opsi.gov.uk

References - Legislation

Implements

Sea Fish (Conservation) Act 1967 (Chapter 84).

Legislation | United Kingdom | 1967 (2020)

Keyword: Marine fisheries, Fishery management and conservation, Landing, Size, Fishing gear/fishing method, Enforcement/compliance, Offences/penalties, Fishing authorization, Authorization/permit

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Repeals

Scallop Fishing (Wales) Order 2005 (S.I. No. 1717 (W.132) of 2005).

Legislation | United Kingdom | 2005

Keyword: Marine fisheries, Fishing gear/fishing method, Molluscs, Enforcement/compliance, Offences/penalties, Fishery management and conservation

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Repealed by

Scallop Fishing (Wales) (No.2) Order 2010 (W.S.I. No. No. 269 (W.33) of 2010).

Legislation | United Kingdom | 2010

Keyword: Fishery management and conservation, Marine fisheries, Seasons, Molluscs, Enforcement/compliance

Source: FAO, FAOLEX