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Bluefin tuna fisheries 2026
Skippers and masters who succeed in this year’s application process for a bluefin tuna (BFT) catch and release permit for English waters will now have to undertake mandatory training
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King scallop dredge fishery temporary closure decision
Marine Management Organisation (MMO) has today 23 March 2026 announced its decision on a temporary closure to dredge fishing for king scallops in ICES areas 7d and 7e in 2026.
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Marine Management Organisation appoints new Chief Executive Officer
Marine Management Organisation (MMO) Board has appointed Elysia McCaffrey as its next Chief Executive Officer.
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Two members appointed to the Marine Management Organisation board
The new board members will serve three year terms
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MMO secures a second successful MPA byelaw prosecution
The Marine Management Organisation (MMO) has secured a second successful prosecution for a contravention of an MMO Marine Protected Area (MPA) byelaw.
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Marine licensing supporting coastal restoration, defence infrastructure and offshore wind
Recent marine licensing decisions are supporting kelp restoration in the northeast, MOD facility maintenance at Weymouth Bay, marina refurbishment in Essex, habitat creation at Thorney Island, and Norfolk offshore wind development safety.
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Tyneside House
Skinnerburn Rd
Newcastle upon Tyne
Tyne & Wear
NE4 7AR
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0300 123 1032
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