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When you can get permission to trap or remove crayfish in England, how to apply, and rules to follow.
From June 2026, the Fish Health Inspectorate’s (FHI) approach to managing Koi herpesvirus (KHV) in recreational fisheries in England and Wales will change.
A world leader in marine science and technology, the Centre for Environment, Fisheries and Aquaculture Science (Cefas) collects, manages and interprets data on the aquatic environment, biodiversity and fisheries. Cefas is an…
Get permission to introduce (site permit) or remove fish (excluding fish farms): application forms and rules.
The Fish Health Inspectorate (FHI) have found Koi herpesvirus (KHV) disease in fish at the following sites in England and Wales
Apply for a licence to introduce and keep certain species of non-native fish or crayfish.
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.
Annual assessment report of radioactivity in food and the environment and the public's exposure to radiation.
How to spot koi herpesvirus (KHV), what to do if you suspect it and measures to prevent its spread.
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