On the 15th February 2023, Eastern Inshore Fisheries and Conservation Officers inspected and seized 18 whelk pots from the Wash, position found (Lat/Long) 52° 59’.290N  000° 11’.880E PleaseRead More >

Defra have received drafts of the first three Fisheries Management Plans (FMP) and are organising two online sessions to provide stakeholders with an overview of  key points, includingRead More >

Eastern IFCA undertook an informal consultation on crab and lobster management including on the development of a byelaw to manage potting fisheries within Cromer Shoal Chalk Beds MarineRead More >

Eastern IFCA is providing information about a public consultation on a proposed seaweed farm off the Norfolk coast.   Please note, the consultation is being run by theRead More >

The Marine Management Organisation (MMO) has extended the deadline for applications to become an IFCA member. The new deadline for applications is 28 February 2023.   For moreRead More >

Phase 2 of the WFO transition is now open to applications and the deadline for application is midday on Monday 6 March 2023. Phase 2 is open toRead More >

The latest round of funding under the UK Seafood Fund’s Infrastructure Scheme is now open for applications. This round will focus on modernising the fleet through engine replacementsRead More >

The updated statutory guidance on fishing for bass has been published. The guidance covers both commercial and recreational bass fishing and is available to be read in fullRead More >

The Marine Management Organisation (MMO) has launched a formal consultation on the Marine Protected Areas Bottom Towed Fishing Gear Byelaw 2023, which prohibits the use of bottom towedRead More >

The MMO have launched the annual national campaign to recruit members for each of the ten IFCAs in England.   Eastern IFCA would like to encourage applications fromRead More >