OH Pot Limitation Pilot

The Outer Hebrides Regional Inshore Fisheries Group (OHRIFG) management plan included local objectives aimed at ensuring well managed, profitable and sustainable inshore fisheries in the IFG area. The High Level Biological Objectives prioritised improved management of...

OH Pot Limitation Pilot

The Outer Hebrides Regional Inshore Fisheries Group (OHRIFG) management plan included local objectives aimed at ensuring well managed, profitable and sustainable inshore fisheries in the IFG area. The High Level Biological Objectives prioritised improved management of...
Access Code Rodel & Harris Prawn Area

Access Code Rodel & Harris Prawn Area

Static gear will be marked by buoys, the minimum size of which will be 40” circumference. The registration and number of the vessel will be clearly marked on each buoy. Mobile vessels must make contact with one of the listed vessels to ascertain the position of static...

More funding for seafood sector

New package for hard-hit businesses. A new £7.75 million funding package will offer support to fishermen, seafood businesses and ports and harbours threatened by the ongoing effects of coronavirus (COVID-19) and EU Exit. The package includes: £6.45 million for the...

Support for seafood exporters

New posts to help businesses navigate EU Exit processes. Additional advisers will be appointed to help provide seafood businesses with support on new paperwork and processes following the end of the EU Exit Transition Period. Two new Full Time Equivalent (FTE) roles...