Resolution No. 9 of 2005 concerning the procedures for obtaining a licence for the erection of barriers (Almasaker). Country/Territory Bahrain Document type Regulation Date 2005 Source FAO, FAOLEX Subject Fisheries Keyword Aquatic animals Fishing gear/fishing method Marine fisheries Fishing authorization 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 fishing and the exploitation of marine wealth. The present Resolution is composed of 8 articles and 1 Annex. Article 1 specifies the procedures for obtaining a licence for the erection of barriers (Almasaker). Articles 2 and 3 deal with the recording and registration of applications. Article 4 gives owners of irregular barriers 2 months from the date of entry into force of this Resolution to settle their situations. Article 5 refers to the revocation of licences. Article 7 contains offences and penalties. Annex I contains the Application Form for obtaining a licence for the erection of barriers. Full text Arabic Website www.legalaffairs.gov.bh