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Paragraph 8 Permits required for introducing non-native animals and plants into Antarctica

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(1)

No United Kingdom national may introduce into any part of Antarctica any animal of a species that is not indigenous to Antarctica, or any plant that is not a native plant, except in accordance with a permit granted under section 12 or under the written authorisation of another Contracting Party.

(2)

The keeping of an animal or plant on board a vessel in Antarctica shall not be regarded as a contravention of subsection (1).

(3)

Any person who contravenes subsection (1) shall be guilty of an offence.