1. Eastern IFCA – Natural England Joint Position Statement (March 2023): Management of the Potting Fishery in the Cromer Shoal Chalk Beds MCZ

    30 March 2023 9:29

    Eastern IFCA has been working collaboratively with stakeholders and partners to implement an Adaptive Risk Management approach to potting fisheries in Cromer Shoal Chalk Beds MCZ. As partRead More >

  2. Eastern IFCA Formal Byelaw Consultation: Cromer Shoal Chalk Beds Byelaw 2023; Crab and Lobster Byelaw 2023

    29 March 2023 16:02

    Eastern IFCA has launched a formal consultation on two proposed byelaws for the district – the Cromer Shoal Chalk Beds Byelaw 2023 and the Crab and Lobster ByelawRead More >

  3. Wash Mussel Re-laying Fishery 2023 Consultation

    23 March 2023 8:26

    The annual mussel stock survey has identified that there is sufficient stock to open a limited mussel re-laying fishery in The Wash with a maximum Total Allowable CatchRead More >

  4. Wash Cockle Fishery Closure – Stock Surveys

    15 March 2023 9:55

    The Wash cockle fishery will be closed on 20 March at 23:59 to enable the annual cockle stock surveys to take place. Following the expiry of the WashRead More >

  5. Vacancy – Marine Science officer – Sea-going (Grade 5)

    02 March 2023 15:13

    We are recruiting for a Marine Science Officer based in King’s Lynn, with the expectation to work across the District. Closing date for applications is 31st March 2023.Read More >

  6. Notice of Inspection / Seizure – Whelk Pots

    28 February 2023 8:59

    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 >

  7. Fisheries Management Plans (FMPs) Update Meetings: Register Now

    27 February 2023 16:19

    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 >

  8. Outcome report published: Informal Consultation on Crab & Lobster Management – Phase 2

    21 February 2023 11:10

    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 >

  9. Notification of third party consultation (MMO)

    20 February 2023 16:02

    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 >

  10. Deadline to become an IFCA member extended

    14 February 2023 16:28

    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 >

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