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    1. First UK-wide survey into seal interactions

      13 July 2026 8:26

      The Scottish Creel Fishermen’s Federation (SCFF) has launched a nationwide survey for the UK and Irish industries to provide data to help quantify the impact of seals onRead More >

    2. Join Eastern IFCA – Protecting Our Marine Environment

      03 July 2026 14:19

      Eastern Inshore Fisheries and Conservation Authority (Eastern IFCA) is recruiting to a number of exciting roles across science, enforcement and policy. Covering the coasts of Lincolnshire, Norfolk andRead More >

    3. I-VMS Update

      03 July 2026 12:28

      The Marine Management Organisation (MMO) has confirmed that, owners of under-12 metre English fishing vessels fitted with Succorfish SC2 devices will be able to register for a replacementRead More >

    4. Association of IFCAs Launches New Film ‘Conserve’

      03 July 2026 10:06

      The Association of Inshore Fisheries and Conservation Authorities has launched its latest film, Conserve, showcasing how IFCAs work to protect sensitive species and habitats in England’s inshore MarineRead More >

    5. Wash Cockle Fishery – Hunstanton bed to open on 28 June 2026

      18 June 2026 15:43

        The Hunstanton cockle bed was not opened at the start of the fishery as a precaution to prevent the spread of the diseases into this area fromRead More >

    6. 2026 Wash Cockle Fishery

      12 June 2026 12:11

        The 2026 Wash Cockle Fishery will open at 0500hrs on Monday 15 June 2026 with a Total Allowable Catch of 4,992 tonnes.   To participate in theRead More >

    7. Natural Disturbance Study: Interim Analysis

      04 June 2026 10:10

      A report detailing the interim analysis of acoustic data collected for the Natural Disturbance Study is now available. Whilst the report was completed by Cefas, a non-technical summaryRead More >

    8. 2026 Wash Cockle Fishery

      03 June 2026 13:49

      The 2026 Wash Cockle Fishery is likely to open on 15 June 2026 (subject to reaching agreement with Natural England and  consultation with industry). To participate in thisRead More >

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