Open consultation
August 2026 proposed catch review
Published 17 July 2026
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1. Overview of Catch limit Changes already made
1.1 Under-10 meter vessels
| Stock by Area | July 2026 | July 2026 Increase |
|---|---|---|
| Mackerel 2a, 3a-d, 4 | 1.5t Monthly | 5t Monthly |
2. The following changes are proposed for 1st August 2026
2.1 Over-10 meter non-sector vessels
| Stock by Area | July 2026 | August 2026 |
|---|---|---|
| Saithe - 2a, 3a, 4 | 5t Monthly | 3t monthly |