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Regulation No. 188/2014 on the design and equipment of bycatch separators in pelagic fishing.

Country
Type of law
Regulation
Date of original text
Date of latest amendment
Source

Abstract
This regulation sets technical requirements for bycatch separators used in pelagic trawls, including their placement, grid spacing, escape opening and protective netting. It applies where use of such separators is required for pelagic fishing in certain areas, and provides penalties for breaches.
Entry into force notes
22 February 2014.
Notes
Updated version as last amended by Regulation No. 1153 of 30 September 2021.
Repealed
No
Source language

English

Legislation Amendment
No
Original title
Reglugerð um gerð og útbúnað meðaflaskilju við veiðar á uppsjávarfiski.