Open consultation
April 2026 proposed catch limit review
Published 17 March 2026
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1. Overview of catch limit changes already made
1.1 Under-10 meter vessels
| Stock by area | March 2026 | March 2026 increase |
|---|---|---|
| Herring – 4c7d | 200t | 300t |
2. The following changes are proposed for 01 April 2026
2.1 Under-10 meter vessels
| Stock by area | March 2026 | April 2026 |
|---|---|---|
| Cod - 7a – BYCATCH ONLY | 2t quarterly | 0.3t monthly |
2.2 Over-10 meter non-sector vessels
| Stock by area | March 2026 | April 2026 |
|---|---|---|
| Cod - 7a – BYCATCH ONLY | 0.3t quarterly | 0.1t monthly |