Defra have commissioned an independent evaluation to assess the development of the Fisheries Management Plans (FMPs). The evaluation is conducting research to explore the views of fishers, anglersRead More >

At the end of last year (2022) officers completed a review of the extent of the rugged chalk in Cromer Shoal Chalk Beds MCZ which incorporated all newRead More >

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 >

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 >

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 >

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 >

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 >

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 >