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North Sea Fisheries Act 1893

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In this Act—

  • The expression " North Sea limits " shall mean the limits of the North Sea as fixed by Article Four of the Convention set out in the First Schedule to the Sea Fisheries Act, 1883.

  • The expression " territorial waters " shall mean the territorial waters of Her Majesty's dominions as defined by the [41 & 42 Vict. c. 73.] Territorial Waters Jurisdiction Act, 1878.

  • The expression " sea fishing boat " shall have the same meaning as in the Sea Fisheries Act, 1883.

  • The expression " vessel " shall include ship, boat, lighter, and craft of every kind, whether navigated by steam or otherwise.

  • The expression " spirituous liquors " shall include every liquid obtained by distillation and containing more than five per centum of alcohol.

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