Local Authorities (Works) Act, 1949

Protection of Fisheries.

6.—(1) It shall not be obligatory on a local authority when executing works pursuant to this Act or an order or agreement made thereunder, to comply with the Fisheries Acts, 1842 to 1944.

(2) Notwithstanding the exemption conferred by subsection (1) of this section, a local authority shall, when executing works pursuant to this Act or an order or agreement made thereunder, take such precautions and make such provisions for the protection of fisheries as the Minister for Agriculture either generally or in particular cases may advise.