News
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Temporary closure of the Wash Mussel Fisheries
25 April 2025 14:35
Having received a report of Chinese Mitten Crabs (CMC) in The Wash, the Authority is investigating the potential biosecurity risks associated with both the harvestable and re-layingRead More >
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Cromer Shoal Chalk Bed Interim measures confirmed
10 April 2025 15:50
As part of the management of crab and lobster potting within the Cromer Shoal Chalk Beds Marine Conservation Zone (MCZ), the Authority is bringing into effect two interimRead More >
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MMO confirms I-VMS legislation schedule for 2025
04 April 2025 12:21
The MMO have outlined a new licence condition in a variation notice issued this week. The licence condition will come in to force on 12 May 2025 andRead More >
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CEFAS MARK AND RECAPTURE STUDY
02 April 2025 8:06
Cefas are currently conducting a mark and recapture study in The Wash which aims to track growth and movement rates of tagged whelks released in the Wash. PleaseRead More >
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Wash Training Course Dates announced
26 March 2025 15:24
In order to be named on a Wash cockle and mussel Permit as a permit holder or skipper, you must attend a Wash Training Course. The purpose ofRead More >
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Survey to understand sea angler views, knowledge and compliance with regulations
25 March 2025 9:48
The Centre for Environment, Fisheries and Aquaculture Science (Cefas) are undertaking a survey examining sea angler’s views, knowledge, and compliance with regulations in England and Wales, and areRead More >
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Debris in The Wash and surrounding area (update)
20 March 2025 12:22
Debris from the collision between MV SOLONG and MV STENA IMMACULATE has washed ashore on the coast of north-west Norfolk and on the Lincolnshire coast, with reports ofRead More >
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Debris in The Wash and surrounding area
17 March 2025 10:38
There have been reports of marine plastic pollution debris in The Wash. It is believed that the debris may include plastic nurdles (small plastic beads) from theRead More >