DEFRA have started a process to compile a four yearly report to parliament on the IFCA’s. As part of this process DEFRA are inviting all stakeholders to contributeRead More >

Eastern IFCA is holding a consultation on two proposed byelaws; The Marine Protected Areas Byelaw 2018 and the Shrimp Permit Byelaw 2018. More information on the byelaws canRead More >

Eastern IFCA has implemented an Emergency Byelaw which prohibits fishing for oysters, mussels, cockles, clams, scallops and queens within the area between the Wash Fishery Order 1992 andRead More >

Fishing Vessel Owner and Skipper Fined On 30th May 2018 M R Durrans Fishing Ltd and Mr Benjamin Vass appeared at King’s Lynn Magistrates Court in a caseRead More >

  Eastern IFCA are aware of the recently published report which has identified the presence of microplastics and other anthropogenic debris in seawater and mussels (Mytilus edulis) fromRead More >

  8th June we celebrated World Oceans Day – reflecting the IFCA vision for healthy seas, sustainable fisheries and a viable industry. Defra announced plans for a thirdRead More >

Harwich Haven Authority has been granted a marine licence to use a new disposal site off Felixstowe. The licence includes a requirement to set up a voluntary pottingRead More >

Further testing confirms earlier findings Low level of risk to beach users and their pets, although simple precautions are recommended Water remains safe for people and pets InRead More >

The Marine Management Organisation (MMO) is looking to recruit two members for the Eastern Inshore Fisheries and Conservation Authority (IFCA). Eastern IFCA needs members who will take aRead More >

Eastern IFCA has published its Business Plan for 2018 to 2023.  The plan sets out organisational business planning for the five-year period and sets out the annual prioritiesRead More >