Official Statement on Purse Seine Fishing or Net Fishing‏ by The Bahamas Government

Official Statement on Purse Seine Fishing or Net Fishing‏ by The Bahamas GovernmentBy Ministry of Agriculture and Marine ResourcesFeb 23, 2010 - 10:03:17 PM
Press Statement Ministry of Agriculture and Marine Resources
Purse Seine Fishing or Net Fishing
The Government of The Bahamas is not minded to permit the use of purse seine or net fishing within the waters of The Bahamas.
This method of fishing could result in the possible depletion or signification reduction of the fishing stocks in Bahamian waters. Having regard to the importance of sportfishing to the Tourism Industry, the Government takes the position that purse seine or net fishing will not be permitted in The Bahamas.
Consequently, the necessary amendments to the Fisheries Conservation (Jurisdiction and Conservation) Act and Regulations will be made, in order to maintain a sustainable level of fisheries resources within Bahamian waters. The legislation will prohibit the use of purse seine or net fishing to ensure that all fisheries resources, including migratory fish, are maintained at sustainable levels.