Royal Order of 23/03/1953 regulating fishing with round nets (so called "gri-gri").
Country
Type of law
Regulation
Abstract
The Order sets forth guidelines for the regulation of fishing with round nets, specifically called "gri-gri". This fishing gear is distinguished by its use during day or night-time with the support of a light source. Rules regarding mesh sizes are extensively defined in art. 10. General prohibitions regarding this gear are specified in article 11. Closed seasons for the use of this gear during day or night-time and other specific prohibitions are set in articles 12 and 13. More specifically, fishing with this gear during night and daytime within the entire national territory is prohibited for a number of fishing areas listed down in art. 12. In like manner, article 13 lists down fishing areas in which fishing with "gri-gri" nets during night-time is prohibited for the entire year.
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Date of text
Entry into force notes
One month from the date of publication in the Official Gazette, except article 10 which enters into force on 1st January 1955.
Repealed
Yes
Serial Imprint
Efimeris tis Kyverniseos No. 81, Part I, 8 April 1953.
Publication reference
photocopy, p. 7.
Source language
English
Legislation Amendment
No
Amended by