by Oliver McBride | Sep 3, 2025 | Latest News, Scottish Fishing Industry
Scotland’s Parliament is seeking views on new government plans to prohibit and restrict certain fishing methods in 19 marine protected areas The Scottish Parliament’s Rural Affairs and Islands Committee has launched a consultation to gather public opinion...
by Oliver McBride | Sep 2, 2025 | Latest News, Scottish Fishing Industry
Seafood leader Jimmy Buchan is awarded the Freedom of the City of London for his lifetime contribution to the UK seafood industry Jimmy Buchan Awarded Freedom of the City of London in Honour of Lifetime Contribution to the Seafood Industry Jimmy Buchan, a respected...
by Oliver McBride | Sep 2, 2025 | Latest News, Scottish Fishing Industry
Peterhead Port Authority appoints a new manager as it prepares to launch an electronic auction system in its fish market in 2026 Peterhead Port Authority (PPA) has appointed a new Fishing Business Unit Manager as it prepares to implement an electronic auction system...
by Oliver McBride | Sep 1, 2025 | Latest News, Scottish Fishing Industry
Scottish Fishermen’s Federation welcomes offshore MPA management measures, supporting biodiversity, sustainable fishing, and protection of Scotland’s seas The Scottish Fishermen’s Federation (SFF) has welcomed the Scottish Government’s announcement of new fisheries...
by Oliver McBride | Aug 22, 2025 | Latest News, Scottish Fishing Industry
A new review finds Scotland’s Economic Link Licence policy has increased landings, but vessel owners cite price and carbon footprint concerns. Photo: SPFA A comprehensive Scottish Government review has found that its amended economic link license condition,...
by Oliver McBride | Aug 21, 2025 | Latest News, Scottish Fishing Industry
Scottish Fishermen’s Federation demands halt to offshore wind consents, warning expansion is reckless gamble with jobs, seas, and environment. Scotland’s fishing leaders are calling for an immediate halt to further offshore wind farm consents, warning that ministers...
