Entry into enclosed spaces onboard vessels is sometimes necessary, but it is a dangerous activity. However, new regulations designed to reduce the danger could have impacts on the operations of fishing vessels. Any enclosed space deprived of regular and constant…
A report issued by the Scottish government to mark five years since the Brexit referendum notes ‘immediate, severe and visible impacts’ on the Scottish seafood sector as a consequence of the UK’s departure from the EU. ‘The Brexit Referendum Five…
On the morning of Saturday, 26 June, both of RNLI Penarth’s lifeboats launched following a Mayday call from a 7m fishing vessel taking on water near Lavernock Point, an area known for its strong currents. After arriving on scene, RNLI…
Threat to entire shellfish supply chain It will become illegal to boil crabs and lobsters alive, or send live lobsters through the post, if legislation now going through parliament is passed, reports Tim Oliver. Last week, peers in the House…
A new event, Festival of the Sea, will be taking place in Grimsby on Saturday, 17 July to celebrate the town’s connections to the sea, with a day of free street theatre, music and dance. Festival of the Sea, which…
Fishing vessel owners and skippers are being encouraged to take part in the annual survey of the UK fishing fleet, which begins on Monday, 5 July and will run throughout the summer. The survey is carried out by Seafish, the…
At the 28 June meeting of the EU Fisheries Council, Irish minister for agriculture, food and the marine Charlie McConalogue made the case that the disproportionate impact of Brexit on Ireland must be addressed in the upcoming review of the…
Call for reform of ‘flawed’ stock assessment process ICES is recommending a reduction for 2022 in the North Sea cod TAC of 10.3%, and a reduction for North Sea and west coast saithe of 24%, while also advocating huge increases…
The Shipwrecked Mariners’ Society is once again on the lookout for photographers to submit their favourite images of the sea, for its ninth annual competition honouring the UK’s proud maritime heritage, reports John Periam. Launched to mark the charity’s Seafarers…
The charity Ghost Fishing UK has announced the rollout of a new reporting form for lost fishing gear, dedicated to the fishing community. Ghost Fishing UK is a registered charity of volunteer scuba divers trained in surveying and removing lost…
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