### 271 Order relating to diseased areas > > (1) The Minister, by order, may declare any area of State waters, a marine farm or part of a marine farm to be diseased or infected by any pest if satisfied that the pest is likely to adversely affect – > > > > > > (a) the taking of fish in the area or marine farm; or > > > > > > > (b) the activities of marine farming in the marine farm or in any other area. > > > (2) Before making an order, the Minister, if practicable, is to consult with the relevant fishing body.

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