25 May 2018
Giving evidence to the Northern Ireland Affairs Select Committee last week, Fisheries Minister George Eustice stated that during the transition period “in practice, not much will change”. “We have to whisper in the ear of the Commission and hope for the best. Broadly, that will be the same. That is not going to change. When it comes to […]
08 May 2018
Bob Earll – There are some stories I miss. This is a little late but highlights both conservation threats to dolphins but also the failures of management with regard to the European bass fishery. The fisheries for bass which have led to draconian cuts in the recreational catch still seem to be damaging fisheries and […]
01 May 2018
Thanks to Chris Williams – NEF MI & BIM: ‘Introduction To inform the Minister’s review and consideration of fishing access inside the 6 nautical mile zone (6nm zone), the Department requested that the Marine Institute (MI) and Bord Iascaigh Mhara (BIM) conduct an analysis, from existing data sources, of the extent and impact (economic and […]
23 Apr 2018
The issue of ownership of UK quota by European companies apparently isn’t likely to be changed by Brexit. Fishing industry warning over future of small boats before Brexit By Ross Hawkins Political correspondent, BBC News UK is set to stay in the Common Fisheries Policy until the Brexit transition period ends in December 2020. Hundreds […]
17 Apr 2018
Mr Gove also made announcements on the introduction of an Environment protection Act Michael Gove responds to the EAC – watch the video The Environmental Audit Committee hears from the Secretary of State for the Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, particularly on questions of oversight, governance, milestones and implementation. This session builds on what the […]
16 Apr 2018
More than three out of four people across the UK support a new law to ensure fish stocks are protected from overfishing after Britain leaves the EU, according to a new study. The poll, conducted by YouGov, show there is widespread support amongst the British public for new laws that ensure we fish responsibly and […]
03 Apr 2018
Apply for European Maritime and Fisheries Funds (EMFF) and download guidance documents and From: Marine Management Organisation Last updated 16 March 2018 — see all updates Contents You should apply online using the EMFF E-System > > > EMFF assessment panel for applications over £100,000 Eligibility Expression of interest How to apply You should apply online […]
03 Apr 2018
DEFRA calls on boaters to complete RYA reporting form RYA – We are pleased that the Department of Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (DEFRA) has recognised the RYA’s long-standing efforts to address the menace of poorly marked fishing gear and to capture data that will help them to understand the scale of the problem. As […]
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