# The Merchant Shipping (Crew Accommodation) (Fishing Vessels) Regulations 1975, Regulation 2: Application


These Regulations shall apply to every mechanically-propelled sea-going fishing vessel of 24·4 metres or more in length registered in the United Kingdom under Part I or Part IV of the Merchant Shipping Act 1894 which either:
(a) is so registered for the first time or re-registered after the date on which these Regulations come into operation, or
(b) is reconstructed or substantially altered after that date,
except:
(i) vessels primarily used for fishing for sport or recreation;
(ii) vessels primarily propelled by sail but having auxiliary engines; or
(iii) vessels used for whaling or similar pursuits.

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Source: https://www.legislation.gov.uk/uksi/1975/2220/regulation/2 (the official version)
Page: https://openlegislation.uk/merchant-shipping-crew-accommodation-fishing-vessels-regulations-1975/regulation-2
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