The implementing rules and regulations of the amended Fisheries Code are now ready for signing, the Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR) said. According to the BFAR, Agriculture Secretary Proceso Alcala is expected to sign the IRR before Sept. 24, the last day of the six-month period set under the law for the promulgation of the IRR. “After thorough discussions and sharing of opinions, we have come to this day. The IRR has been formulated through multi-sectoral participation and consensus-building approach,” said Asis Perez, BFAR director and Agriculture Undersecretary for fisheries.

Valencia, C. (2015, September 21). Fisheries Code IRR ready for signing - BFAR. Philippine Star, p. C-8.