Ocean and Coastal Futures (OCF) brought together leading fishing industry representatives for another live online event which provided an opportunity to discuss the priorities that a new UK Government could consider.
Panellists highlighted what they would like to see from a new government. It was an opportunity to weigh up what difference the general election result could make to how we manage our seas.
Following our recent event which assembled a wide range of marine stakeholders, this event focussed on the fisheries industry.
You can watch the full recording of the fisheries panel debate here.
The UK general election takes place on 4th July and there will be a new Government in 2024, whatever the colour. Fresh priorities, radical ideas or more of the same? – whatever the election brings, the next term of government will be critical for marine management across the UK.
The panel session brought together leading thinkers from the fisheries sector to discuss the critical issues that face the country.
The Panel
The live online panel discussion will be chaired by Prof. Dickon Howell, Director of Ocean & Coastal Futures and HMC. The panellists include:
- Mike Cohen, Chief Executive Officer, National Federation of Fishermen’s Organisations
- Chris Ranford, Chief Executive Officer, Cornish Fish Producers Organisation
- Mike Williams, Chair of the Devon and Severn Inshore Fisheries and Conservation Authority and Vice Chair of the Association of IFCAs
- Hannah Fennell,Chief Executive Officer, Orkney Fisheries Association and President of the Scottish Fishermen’s Federation
Watch the full recording of the fisheries panel debate here.