Contemporary data from Monthly Shellfish Activity Returns have been collated and analysed. Fisheries models constructed from this data are presented to assess the sustainability of the valuable pottingRead More >

EIFCA use evidence-based decision making in their fisheries management and the research team help to gather this evidence. The EIFCA research team publishes a research report each April thatRead More >

Eastern IFCA will be introducing management measures for whelk in order to help maintain a sustainable fishery, via an emergency byelaw. This follows a sharp increase in fishingRead More >

The IFCA Four Year Report was now been laid before both Houses of Parliament. To access a pdf version please click this link: IFCA 4 yr report.

At the last full Authority meeting on 28th January 2015 it was agreed to develop management measures for sea bass and officers were asked to seek legal adviceRead More >

An application has been made to DEFRA by Wash Mussels Limited to be granted an exclusive right of mussel fishery under section 1 of the Sea Fisheries (Shellfish)Read More >

European Commission acts to protect sea bass stock (26/01/2015) The European Commission has announced measures to avert the collapse of the declining sea bass stock. Immediately effective emergencyRead More >

At its meeting on 28th January 2015 the Authority considered proposals for the introduction of management measures in both the whelk and sea bass fisheries. Whelk Fishery TheRead More >

Consultation is now live for the second tranche of Marine Conservation Zones. If you would like more information on how to be part of the consultation please seeRead More >

Eastern IFCA has responded to applications for marine licences (MLA/2014/00276, MLA/2014/00291 and MLA/2014/00292) by Centrica, and its partners GLID Wind Farms TopCo Ltd and Lincs Wind Farm Limited,Read More >