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  With the goal of making the development and implementation of FMPs more open, accessible, and inclusive, Defra has launched a new blog. You can expect to hearRead More >

  A survey is being conducted, to explore perceptions of the balance between marine conservation and commercial fishing amongst IFCA stakeholders and authority members.  The project is beingRead More >

Eastern IFCA are currently seeking volunteers for our pot tagging trial as part of the ongoing research in support of adaptive risk management in the Cromer MCZ.  Read More >

The updated Cromer Shoal Chalk Beds MCZ Engagement Strategy and Communications Plan has now been approved.  This strategy seeks to identify key barriers to effective communication relevant toRead More >

Each year the smaller authority’s Annual Governance and Accountability Return (AGAR) needs to be reviewed by an external auditor appointed by Smaller Authorities’ Audit Appointments Ltd. The unauditedRead More >

The 2024 Mussel Re-Laying Fishery will open at 00:01 on 20 May. The fishery will have a TAC of 1500 tonnes and be open to both hand-working andRead More >

Updates on effort levels in the Wash Shrimp fisheries can now be found on the Eastern IFCA website, under the ‘Shrimp Effort Updates’ tab. The Shrimp Permit ByelawRead More >

Mental Health in Fishing Industry Survey   You are invited to take part in a research study looking to understand mental health in the commercial fishing industry.   Read More >