Fishing Industry News
Non-EEA Sea Fishers in Irish fleet to become eligible for employment permits
The Irish Government has approved the publication of the Review of the Atypical Scheme for non-EEA …
Funeral Arrangements announced for Willie Whelan
The funeral arrangements for William (Willie) Whelan of Gurteens, Saltmills, New Ross, Co. Wexford.
Missing Wexford fisherman recovered from wreck of trawler
The Navy Diving unit has begun recovery operations this morning on the body of missing Wexford fisherman, Willie Whelan (41).
Seafish – Active fishermen join ‘Future of Our Inshore Fisheries’
Six active fishermen from across the country have been invited to join the steering group of the Future of Our Inshore Fisheries project as it moves into its next phase.
Can Fisheries and Offshore Wind farms Co-exist?
On Wednesday, 22 January a seminar held in the European Parliament specifically looked at the issue of whether fisheries and wind farms can coexist.
Landing Obligations commitment under EU Report scrutiny
EU Fisheries Report on the enforcement of the Landing Obligation has levelled criticism at fishermen across the EU
Willie Whelan recovery operation started today
The Navy Diving unit has begun recovery operations this morning on the body of missing Wexford fisherman, Willie Whelan (41).
UK – MMO February 2020 catch limit consultation
The Marine Management Organisation (MMO) announce February 2020 catch limit consultation. Closing date is the 27 January 2020
Body located by civilian divers in ‘Alize’ search
A body has been recovered from the sunken trawler, Alize, during the search for missing fisherman, Willie Whelan
UK – MMO announce panel dates for MFF scheme in England
The Marine Management Organisation (MMO) are administering a new £15.4 million Maritime & Fisheries Fund (MFF).
Euronews OCEAN Season 2, episode 1: Generational renewal
The workforce in the fishing sector across the EU is ageing and motivating young people to take up fishing careers has become increasingly difficult.
MCCIP Report shows major increases in water temperature
A graphic reminder from the Marine Climate Change Impact Partnership (MCCIP) Report Card 2020 published last week shows a major increase in water temperatures around Ireland & the UK
UK Skipper & Owner fined £21,240 for fisheries offences
Skipper of MFV ‘Tranquillity’ BF7’ and the vessel owners in a prosecution brought by the Marine Management Organisation (MMO) for fisheries offences.