The Import of Live Fish (England and Wales) Act 1980 (c. 27) is an act of the Parliament of the United Kingdom which controls the release of non-indigenous species of fish, affording protection to native species of fish within the boundaries of England and Wales.
Provisions The act enables the government to publish secondary legislation prohibiting or requiring licences for the import, keeping or release of live fish or fish eggs of non-native species. The act specifies a number of exceptions to this for "ornamental fish". The act specifies a number of invasive species in schedules to the act, but generally applies to all non-native species. Not holding a licence or failing to comply with the licence requirements will result in a possible conviction and the destruction of the non-indigenous animals.
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External links Text of the Import of Live Fish (England and Wales) Act 1980 as in force today (including any amendments) within the United Kingdom, from legislation.gov.uk. Text of the Import of Live Fish (England and Wales) Act 1980 as originally enacted or made within the United Kingdom, from legislation.gov.uk.


