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Resolution No. 8 of 2005 regulating the creation of artificial barriers in fishing areas.

Country/Territory
Bahrain
Document type
Regulation
Date
2005
Source
FAO, FAOLEX
Subject
Fisheries
Keyword
Equipment Fishing area Fishing authorization Fishing gear/fishing method Marine fisheries Marine pollution Offences/penalties Fishery management and conservation Authorization/permit
Geographical area
Asia, Middle East, Near East and North Africa, Persian Gulf, Small Island Developing States, Western Asia
Entry into force notes
This Resolution enters into force the day after its publication in the Official Gazette.
Abstract

The aim of this Resolution is to regulate the creation of artificial barriers in fishing areas in order to protect the marine environment. The present Resolution is composed of 11 articles. Article 1 deals with terms and definitions. Article 2 subjects the creation of the aforementioned artificial barriers to the licensing requirements and conditions issued by the General Authority for Environment and Marine Wealth Protection. Article 3 lays down the requirements and conditions for the materials used for the construction of the artificial barriers. Articles 5 and 6 prohibit the construction of artificial barriers close to protected areas. Article 10 contains offences and penalties.

Full text
Arabic
Website
www.legalaffairs.gov.bh