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Fisheries Regulations 1992.

Country
Type of law
Regulation
Source


Abstract
These Regulations, made under the Fisheries Act 1989 and continuing into existence under the Fisheries Management Act set out general measures for the management and conservation of fish resources in Tonga and measures for the protection of specified species of fish and aquatic animals. They also provide for the protection of marine mammals.
General measures concern the regulation of production and exportation of fish, inspections of fishing operations and returns on by fishermen. Specific measures size of fish and aquatic animals including turtles, coral, oyster and lobster, close seasons and conditions for fishing. No person shall fish for marine mammals without an authorization of the Secretary. The Regulations also prescribes forms and fees for purposes of the Fisheries Act 1989 in the Schedules.
Date of text
Repealed
No
Source language

English

Legislation Amendment
No
Implements