Fisheries (Consolidation) Act, 1959

I mbeagán focal

This law, the Fisheries (Consolidation) Act, 1959, brings together and updates various rules about fishing. It covers how fisheries are managed, who can fish, and what equipment they can use.

Cad a rialaíonn sé

• The powers and duties of the Minister regarding fisheries.
• The creation and management of fishery districts and electoral divisions.
• The structure, elections, and duties of Boards of Conservators.
• The licensing system for fishing for salmon, trout, and eels, including duties and restrictions.

Cé dó a mbaineann sé

• The Minister responsible for fisheries.
• Boards of Conservators and their members.
• Individuals and entities involved in fishing for salmon, trout, and eels.

Príomhphointí

• The Minister has powers to hold inquiries, make bye-laws for fisheries, and grant various permits and licences (Sections 8, 9, 14, 15).
• Boards of Conservators are established for fishery districts, with elections held triennially (Sections 19, 21, 27).
• Fishing for salmon, trout, and eels requires specific licences, with penalties for unlicensed fishing (Sections 65, 66, 73, 80).
• There are restrictions on the use and mesh size of nets, and prohibitions on certain fixed engines and fishing weirs in specific locations (Sections 91, 92, 94, 97, 102, 104).