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Regulation No. 1124/2004 on lumpfish fishing.

Country
Type of law
Regulation
Source

Abstract
This Regulation governs the fishing of lumpfish species, specifically Lumpfish (grásleppa) and red lumpfish (rauðmagi), within Icelandic fishing waters. It establishes licensing requirements, limits fishing rights to vessels holding quota shares in designated local fishing areas, and regulates the use of fishing nets, including mesh sizes and inspection intervals. The regulation also imposes seasonal closures and numerous geographically defined closed areas aimed at protecting marine resources, bird nesting areas, and sustainable fishery management. In addition, it restricts certain fishing methods and sets penalties for violations under Icelandic fisheries legislation.
Date of text
Entry into force notes
11 October 2025.
Repealed
No
Source language

English

Legislation Amendment
No
Original title
Reglugerð um hrognkelsaveiðar.