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When you can get permission to trap or remove crayfish in England, how to apply, and rules to follow.
Get permission to introduce (site permit) or remove fish (excluding fish farms): application forms and rules.
Use this service to register your fishery, cropping water, or aquaponics system, or register as a sole transporter with the Fish Health Inspectorate (FHI).
Information on Biosecurity Measures Plans, their importance, and why they are a requirement of Authorisation. Use this page to access standardised BMP modules.
Find out how to import live fish, molluscs and crustaceans for farming, ornamental, or any other purpose except direct human consumption
Find out about how we manage unacceptable behaviour consistently and fairly.
How to apply for authorisation to set up a fish, mollusc or crustacean farm, including the application process, conditions and records you must keep.
The Blue Belt Programme supports the UK Overseas Territories with the protection and sustainable management of their marine environments.
Apply to become authorised to import live fish and shellfish in England and Wales
Apply for a licence to introduce, keep or farm non-native fish, lobsters and crayfish.
Lists of possible susceptible and vector species, that are referenced in aquatic animal health legislation and import health certificates.
Find out how to export live fish, molluscs and crustaceans for farming, ornamental, or any other purpose except direct human consumption
Get permission to use nets, traps or electric fishing instruments in inland waters.
How to spot koi herpesvirus (KHV), what to do if you suspect it and measures to prevent its spread.
Use this service to notify the Fish Health Inspectorate (FHI) before you export or move live fish or shellfish.
Reduce the risk of disease and find out where listed diseases have been confirmed in England and Wales
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.
Notify the Fish Health Inspectorate about a movement (import) from Northern Ireland or the Crown Dependencies (Jersey, Guernsey and the Isle of Man).
How to spot spring viraemia of carp (SVC), what to do if you suspect it and measures to prevent its spread.
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