QHM Portsmouth

LNTM 32/06

12/06/2006

REGULATIONS CONCERNING FISHING WITHIN THE DOCKYARD PORT OF PORTSMOUTH

 

  1. MARINERS ARE ADVISED THAT any person fishing in the Dockyard Port is required to comply with the Dockyard Port of Portsmouth Order 2005 Schedule 1 paragraph 5.8 which states.

    2. South of the Harbour entrance in areas not shown as “fishing prohibited” or “anchoring prohibited” on current Admiralty Charts, unattended fishing gear in respect of which a surface mark is employed must show a dan buoy or container with flag, whichever must be fitted with a radar reflector and have the identity of the laying vessel clearly displayed.



  2. In view of recent obstructions being caused to safe navigation by unmarked and unattended fishing gear, in contravention of the order any gear not in accordance with the rules will be liable for removal to ensure safe navigation.