Decree No. 45/2006 approving the Regulation for the prevention of marine pollution.
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Type of law
Regulation
Abstract
This Decree, consisting of 8 Chapters, approves the Regulation for the prevention of marine pollution and environmental protection of the coastal areas in order to protect the marine and fresh water ecosystems. This Regulation aims to prevent marine pollution caused by vessels, platforms, or any other polluting infrastructure which illegally perform any discharge into the waters (including inland waters), of waste waters, residues, or any polluting substance. Sanctions for illegal activity are prescribed in the text. It also specifies vessels requirements and discharge authorization if extraordinarily authorized.
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Entry into force notes
This Decree enters into force 60 days after its publication.
Repealed
No
Serial Imprint
Boletim Oficial No. 48, I Series - Supplement, 30 November 2006, pp. 524(-17).
Source language
English
Legislation Amendment
No
Original title
Decreto n.° 45/2006: Aprova o Regulamento para a Prevenção da Poluição e Protecção do Ambiente Marinho e Costeiro, e revoga o Decreto n.° 495/73, de 6 de Outubro.
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