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Create and submit catch records for all English and Welsh under 10 metre (U10m) flag vessels that fish in UK waters.
All references to Area VII are to Area VII within British Fishery Limits only. Details of the approach to managing the over 15 metre Area VII crab and scallop fishing sector to keep the fishery within UK effort limits.
This section describes the mechanisms to conserve and protect fish populations.
Information for PO's on how to gain recognition, produce annual reports, submit production and marketing plans and ensure compliance.
How to import or move fish for human consumption to the UK.
This sets out fishing opportunities for British fishing boats for certain fish stocks and groups of fish stocks.
Find out about funding through the Fisheries Industry Science Partnerships (FISP) scheme.
Guidance on listed diseases of fish and shellfish and their status in England and Wales, including what happens if a disease is suspected or confirmed.
How fishing is assessed and managed in marine protected areas (MPA)
Find out how to import live fish, molluscs and crustaceans for farming, ornamental, or any other purpose except direct human consumption
Use of cameras, gear sensors and GPS units will help improve the sustainability of UK fish stocks.
North West and Border Esk byelaws are statutory rules (regulated by law) and regulations explaining who can fish, where, when and what fish you can take.
Evidence requirement R088: Fish habitats
What research and consultancy services Cefas provides, what legislation you need to comply with, and how to meet those requirements.
Information on the different types of commercial fishing vessel licences.
Get permission or a licence to trap crayfish, eels, elvers, salmon, sea trout, lamprey and smelt in England. How to apply and rules to follow.
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