Marine Areas (Preservation and Enhancement) Act (Cap. 37:02).

This Act provides for the designation of any portion of marine areas of Trinidad and Tobago as restricted areas for the purpose of preserving those areas and the protection of fauna and flora in such areas.
The text consists of 6 sections: Short Title (sect. 1); Interpretation (sect. 2); Restricted Areas (sect. 3); Minister May acquire Private Lands (sect. 4); Management of Restricted Areas (sect. 5); Regulations (sect. 6).
The Minister may by Order designate any portion of the marine areas of Trinidad and Tobago as a restricted area where he considers that special steps are necessary for the conservation of flora and fauna or the natural beauty of such area or for scientific or recreational purposes (sect. 3). The Minister may, under certain circumstances, acquire land by means of a Compulsory Purchase Order (sect. 4). The provisions of the Second Schedule of the Water and Sewerage Act with such adaptations as are necessary or expedient shall have effect with respect to orders made under section 4.