Protection of Waters against Pollution caused by Nitrates from Agricultural Sources Regulations, 2001 (L.N. No. 343 of 2001).

Subject

Agricultural & rural development, Water

Keyword

Farming Pollution control Freshwater quality/freshwater pollution Fertilizers/nutrients Water quality standards

Geographical area

Europe, European Union Countries, Southern Europe

Abstract

These Regulations have the objective of reducing pollution of surface waters and groundwater caused or induced by nitrates from agricultural sources and preventing such further pollution. The Competent authority shall identify waters affected by pollution and waters which could be affected by pollution if action is not takes pursuant to regulation 6 in accordance with criteria set out in Annex I ("vulnerable zones"). The authority shall establish codes of good agricultural practice and action pr

Full text

English

References - Legislation

Implements

Environment Protection Act, 2001 (Act No. XX of 2001).

Legislation | Malta | 2001 | Repealed

Keyword: Basic legislation, Environmental planning, Institution, Pollution control, Authorization/permit, EIA, Special fund, Inspection, Biodiversity, Management/conservation

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Amended by

Protection of Waters against Pollution caused by Nitrates from Agricultural Sources (Amendment) Regulations, 2004 (L.N. 233 of 2004).

Legislation | Malta | 2004

Keyword: Farming, Pollution control, Freshwater quality/freshwater pollution, Fertilizers/nutrients, Water quality standards

Source: FAO, FAOLEX