Gibraltar (Maritime Protection) Bill

A Bill to make provision to protect the seas around Gibraltar; and for connected purposes.

Originating House

House of Commons

Parliament last updated

15 May 2014

In Plain English

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The Gibraltar (Maritime Protection) Bill would create a legal framework to protect the seas around Gibraltar. It would set out protections and related powers to enable authorities to manage activities in those waters and enforce the rules. The aim is to safeguard Gibraltar's marine environment and support orderly use of its surrounding sea areas.

Key Points

Establishes a legal framework to protect the seas around Gibraltar.
Sets out powers and duties for enforcement and for managing activities in those waters.
Includes connected provisions to support a coherent maritime protection regime.

Who is affected?

Residents of Gibraltar and coastal communitiesFishermen, shipping companies, port operators and other maritime businesses operating in or around GibraltarGibraltar and UK government maritime authorities and agenciesEnvironmental organisations and coastal tourism interests

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Bill Stages

1st readingCommons

16 Oct 2013

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Updates & Documents

News (1)

News - Gibraltar (Maritime Protection)

1 Jan 1970

The Bill failed to complete its passage through Parliament before the end of the session. This means the Bill will make no further progress.

Parliamentary Votes (0)

No recorded votes for this bill yet.