Compensation for Salmon Drift Net Fishermen being delayed
The NFFO says that the process of compensating salmon fishermen for the premature closure of the drift net fishery is being delayed due to the impact of COVID-19.
How to claim the UK COVID-19 Self-Employment Income Support Scheme
Self-employed or a member of a partnership and have lost income due to COVID-19? You may be entitled to claim the Self-Employed Income Support Scheme.
NFFO Pressing Government for Bespoke Fishing Support Package
The NFFO has confirmed that it is pressing the UK government for a bespoke fishing support package to help the industry during the COVID-19 crisis
MMO agree to extend Public Consultation deadline for Marine Planning
The Marine Management Organisation (MMO) have agreed to extend the public consultation deadline to 20 April 2020 for the Marine Planning draft
UK Partnership orders new 75 metre trawler from Karstensens
Northbay Fishing Co Ltd and Wiseman Fishing Co Ltd have established a partnership and placed an order for a 75,00 m new-build Pelagic Trawler with Karstensens Shipyard in Skagen.
MMO to continue with CatchApp implementation despite concerns
The Marine Management Organisation (MMO) will continue with the implementation of the Catch Recording Device (CatchApp) despite scathing criticism from fishermen.