(This note is not part of the Regulations.)

These Regulations prohibit the fishing for scallops in Northern Ireland inshore waters during the hours specified.

These Regulations only apply to fishing by a British fisherman or from a British fishing boat.

A person who commits an offence under section 124 of the 1966 Act, shall be liable on summary conviction to a fine not exceeding level 5 on the standard scale (£5,000).