Turning the Tide, a special weekend to celebrate and give thanks for the 140 years of the Fishermen’s Mission since it was founded in 1881, was held last month at Christ Church in North Shields. On 14 August, 60 people…
Award-winning chef Nathan Outlaw has been a keen supporter of the Fishermen’s Mission for over a decade, raising substantial sums for the charity through campaigns and events at his restaurants. At the Mission’s recent virtual AGM, it was decided to…
Communication is key to the Fishermen’s Mission’s work, and a new initiative aims to bolster that, reports John Periam. “We can only provide support if we know it is needed,” said Ali Godfrey, the Mission’s director of business development. “Fishermen…
Berwick-based fish processor and wholesaler Cas Par Cas Scotland has generously donated £2,200 to the Fishermen’s Mission in Eyemouth, reports John Periam. Claire McIntosh, Mission area officer for South East Scotland and Northumberland, said: “Covid-19 has had a profound effect…
Single contact to access CV support cash Federations and Mission simplify ‘daunting’ process The national fishing federations and Fishermen’s Mission have joined forces to try to ensure that all fishermen and vessel operators are aware of all financial help that…
– North Sea cod fishing cut – Support Mission ‘world’s biggest fish finger sandwich’ – NFFO: ‘No compulsory onboard cameras’ – Keel laid of first Parkol build for Ireland – Greens push for rigid MSY and onboard cameras…
In place of the usual table donations to the Fishermen’s Mission at the awards evening, a Just Giving page has been created to allow those who wish to make a donation this year to do so. Kelsey Media has started…
– Grants for Welsh fleet – NFFO ramps up pressure for package in England – PO chief to Eustice: ‘England being left behind’ – EMFF aid for halted fishing – Frustrations in Irish fleet over Covid response delays…
A message from Tom McCormack, CEO of the Marine Management Organisation The Marine Management Organisation (MMO) is working to continue to provide its services during the unfolding events around the Covid-19 pandemic. Our main aim in these unprecedented times is…
With its 140th anniversary approaching, the role of the Fishermen’s Mission is evolving – but it remains as essential as ever. John Periam reports The Fishermen’s Mission was founded by Ebenezer Joseph Mather in 1881, as the National Mission for…
