Enacted 63/2021
Maritime Jurisdiction Bill 2021
- Introduced
- 4 May 2021
- Last updated
- 11 Sep 2024
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- Ireland's maritime boundaries and rights are defined by UN Convention on the Law of the Sea (1982). This Act implements those international rules into Irish law.
- Repeals outdated maritime jurisdiction rules from 1968 and 2006 Acts. Updates how Ireland claims and manages its sea zones and continental shelf.
- Clarifies State's authority over waters, seabed, and resources offshore. Enables Ireland to enforce laws and manage fisheries within its maritime zones.
Stage timeline
- First Stage 26th Seanad4 May 2021
- Second Stage 26th Seanad31 May 2021
- Committee Stage 26th Seanad31 May 2021
- Report Stage 26th Seanad1 Jun 2021
- Fifth Stage 26th Seanad1 Jun 2021
- Second Stage 33rd Dáil1 Jun 2021
- Committee Stage 33rd Dáil15 Jun 2021
- Report Stage 33rd Dáil14 Jul 2021
- Fifth Stage 33rd Dáil14 Jul 2021
- Enacted22 Jul 2021