The Undersized Edible Crabs Order 2000

Article 2(1)

SCHEDULE 1MEASUREMENT OF THE SIZE OF AN EDIBLE CRAB

Article 3(1)

SCHEDULE 2MINIMUM LANDING SIZES

Column 1Column 2
AreaPrescribed minimum landing sizes
The coast of England from its north-eastern border with Scotland south to a point at 51° north latitude; but excluding the Eastern Sea Fisheries District.

Male edible crabs: 130 mm

Female edible crabs: 130 mm

The coasts of Devon and Cornwall. The coasts of the Scilly Isles.Male edible crabs: 160 mm