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Regulation No. 2447 on fishing for Arctic char in Svalbard in 2023.

Country/Territory
Norway
Territorial subdivision
Svalbard
Document type
Regulation
Date
2022
Source
FAO, FAOLEX
Subject
Fisheries
Keyword
Marine fisheries Diadromous fish Migratory species Freshwater fishes Total allowable catch Allocation/quota Fishing authorization Fishery management and conservation Fishing gear/fishing method Non-commercial fishing Aquatic animals Authorization/permit
Geographical area
Europe, Europe and Central Asia, North Atlantic, North Sea, North-East Atlantic, Northern Europe
Abstract

The present Regulation aims at ensuring that management of Arctic char in Svalbard preserves the production capacity and composition of the populations, while also ensuring recreational fishing as an important outdoor activity for residents and visitors to Svalbard. The management of other anadromous salmonid species is not included in the Regulation. The Regulation lays down rules concerning fishermen requirements, fishing gear requirements, net fishing prohibited areas, reporting obligations, etc. Article 10 specifies the watercourses where fishing is allowed, restricted fishing gears and maximum quotas for fish over 25 cm.

Full text
Norwegian
Website
www.lovdata.no