1. 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 >

  2. 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 >

  3. 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 >

  4. 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 >

  5. 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 >

  6. Ossian Transmission Infrastructure Consultation

    14 March 2025 11:51

    Eastern IFCA would like to make stakeholders aware of a current consultation for a development that may affect stakeholders. Consultation is now open for the Ossian Transmission InfrastructureRead More >

  7. Cromer Shoal Chalk Beds MCZ Inshore Vessel Restriction: Information gathering

    10 March 2025 10:46

    The Authority is reviewing the Inshore Vessel Restriction which is intended to reduce risk to the Cromer Shoal MCZ.  The review has been instigated after potentially impacted stakeholdersRead More >

  8. PROJECT UK CRAB FIP MEETINGS!

    05 March 2025 11:14

    ARE YOU INVOLVED IN THE CRAB FISHERY? The Marine Stewardship Council wants your views on launching a Fishery Improvement Project (FIP) in your area. See below for moreRead More >

  9. Wash Cockle and Mussel Byelaw 2021 Confirmation

    03 March 2025 9:55

      The Wash Cockle and Mussel Byelaw 2021 (WCMB) has been confirmed by Defra on behalf of the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs. TheRead More >

  10. Consultation: Proposed Management Measures in the Cromer Marine Conservation Zone (MCZ)

    19 February 2025 14:36

    The Authority is considering the implementation of management measures within the Cromer MCZ and would welcome your feedback. Two measures are proposed. Please see here for an infographicRead More >

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