This order establishes the legal framework for prohibiting specific fishing methods for designated sea fish species within British waters. The document is issued by the government of Great Britain to regulate commercial and recreational maritime activities. It provides the statutory basis for enforcement actions against non-compliant fishing practices to ensure the sustainability of marine resources.

Legal professionals and maritime regulators utilize this text as a primary source for understanding historical fishing restrictions in the United Kingdom. It is considered a foundational regulatory instrument for those researching the evolution of British marine conservation law.