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Ministerial Resolution No. 1 of 2021 regulating the fishing and marketing of some types of fish during the breeding season.

Type of law
Regulation
Source

Abstract
This Resolution, comprising 4 articles, aims to prohibit fishing for specific species, namely Gold-line Seabream and King Soldierbream, during February of the years 2021-2023. Fishermen who capture these species must immediately release them back into the sea, taking proper care to ensure their survival. Furthermore, throughout this period, the sale of these fish is banned in all fish markets and stores nationwide, regardless of their origin.
Date of text
Entry into force notes
This Resolution enters into force the day after its publication in the Official Gazette.
Notes
Ministerial Resolution No. 501 of 2015 regarding the regulation of fishing and marketing of Arabian Sea Mullet Fish and sea bream during the breeding season is hereby cancelled.
Repealed
No
Source language

English

Legislation Amendment
No
Original title
قرار وزاري رقم (1) لسنة 2021 بشأن تنظيم صيد وتسويق بعض أنواع الأسماك في موسم التكاثر