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Welcome to the first APPG on Fisheries newsletter of 2020. Through regular updates, we aim to keep you informed of policy developments, Parliamentary announcements and sector headlines. We also provide round-ups of current Committee inquiries and fisheries-focused monitoring of the Parliamentary record, Hansard.
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Parliament News | Fisheries News | Hansard Monitoring

Parliament News
Total Allowable Catches of EU Stocks for 2020 Released

The European Commission has attempted to meet its commitment to reach Maximum Sustainable Yield for all stocks by 2020, which has led to significant quota cuts for many stocks. TAC for North Sea cod has been reduced by 50%, following scientific reports of struggling stocks.
Report on EMFF Funding for 2018 Released

The European Maritime and Fisheries Fund's 2018 report has been made public. The report explores how funds were distributed and utilised throughout the sector. The top three most heavily funded disciplines were data collection on fisheries and aquaculture, control and enforcement, and investments in aquaculture productivity.
Predictions for 2020 UK-EU Fisheries Negotiations

The National Federation of Fishermen's Organisations has released a digest on the likely outcomes of an agreement concerning fisheries between the EU and UK. The article covers access, trade, and the transition period, and highlights potential difficulties that may arise during discussions.

New Article on Future of our Inshore Fisheries Conference

The APPG Secretariat has published its reflections on the major conference that took place last October. The event's aim was to 'establish a blueprint for a collaborative management approach' for inshore fisheries and coastal communities around the UK.

Track the Progress of the Fisheries Bill

It is likely that the recent introduction of a new government will mean that the Fisheries Bill will undergo significant changes before exiting Parliament. Look out for the APPG reporting on any changes in due course. Read our digest of the current Bill on the APPG blog.

Fisheries News
A round-up of the latest UK-relevant fishing news from a variety of sources.

Call for Rapid International Agreement on Managing North East Atlantic Mackerel
The effects of climate change on the migration patterns of mackerel stocks mean that rapid action is needed, says the Scottish Pelagic Sustainability Group.

Ocean Capable of Massive Food Production if Managed Effectively
A paper commissioned by the High Level Panel for a Sustainable Ocean Economy says that the ocean could provide six times more seafood than it does currently.

Europeche Calls EU Fish Council 'Difficult Political Compromise'
The EU representative body for fishermen said that the decision to cut Total Allowable Catches for a large number of stocks will bring 'many challenges'.

Hansard Monitoring
Hansard is the official record of debates, votes and ministerial statements in Parliament. Our newsletters gather together any debates or questions concerning fisheries that have recently taken place.
For more information, contact the APPG on Fisheries Secretariat

Katrina Ryan, Sara Mynott and Jacob Ashton
secretariat@fisheriesappg.org
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