Exporting live bivalve molluscs to the European Union
In today's blog we look at exporting live bivalve molluscs harvested in the UK.
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Coverage of our announcement of £23 million for fish exporters
In today's blog we look at coverage of our announcement of up to £23m to support fishing businesses.
Defra responds to Marine Conservation Society report on bottom trawling in MPAs
In today's blog we look at coverage of the Marine Conservation Society's report on the impact of bottom trawling on Marine Protected Areas.
Defra’s response to the WWF call to action against ghost fishing gear
There is coverage in the Mirror, Telegraph, Independent, Press Association, Manchester Evening News, Business Recorder, Daily Star, Yorkshire Post and Sky News of a warning issued by WWF, that up to a million tonnes of fishing gear is left in …
Government launches call for evidence on remote electronic monitoring on fishing vessels
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In today’s blog we look at coverage of the government’s call for evidence which seeks views on expanding the use of monitoring technology on fishing boats in England.
Second Reading of the Fisheries Bill in the House of Commons
Today’s blog looks at the Fisheries Bill, which was debated in the House of Commons last night.
Call for evidence on Highly Protected Marine Areas now open
The public is given four weeks to provide views on further marine protection measures in the UK.