The Future Fisheries Management (FFM) Strategy, published December 2020, sets out policy initiatives for the next ten years, which will protect the environment, and support a strong, sustainable, and resilient fishing industry. The FFM National Discussion noted positive support for the Regional Inshore Fisheries Group (RIFG) network, which continues to evolve and is the main vehicle for delivering Government’s vision for local management that is strong, resilient and capable of evidence-based decision making.

Still to be approved by NEC RIFG.