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Faversham Oyster Fishery Company Act 2017
Summary
This Act gives the Faversham Oyster Fishery Company legal powers to manage and control oyster fishing in their designated area around Faversham. It allows them to operate under specific rules and protections, preserving this historic local business that has been part of the community for centuries.
A vote to support means
- —Supporting this Act means backing the Faversham Oyster Fishery Company's right to operate and manage oyster fishing in their local area. It protects a historic local business and the jobs it provides, while helping maintain traditional fishing practices and the local fishing community.
A vote to oppose means
- —People might worry that giving special rights to one company could limit other people's access to fish in the area, or that it prioritizes one business over environmental protection. Some might question whether public money or resources are being used to benefit a private company.
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Bill Passage
Commons
- 1st reading12 Jan 2017
- 2nd reading25 Jan 2017
- Committee stage14 Mar 2017
- Report stage19 Apr 2017
- 3rd reading25 Apr 2017
Lords
- 1st reading25 Jan 2016
- 2nd reading10 Feb 2016
- Committee stage1 Nov 2016
- 3rd reading12 Jan 2017
Royal Assent27 Apr 2017
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