UK Fishing News
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.
Meet the Skipper – Luke Selvey from Brixham trawler Emilia Jane
Luke Selvey from Brixham, Devon has volunteered to be our next skipper in our ‘Meet the Skipper’ series here at The Fishing Daily.
UK Proposed Bass Measures for 2020
The Marine Management Organisation (MMO) expects the following rules will apply to the commercial bass fisheries for 2020.