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Welcome to the APPG on Fisheries newsletter. 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 and Government News | Fisheries News | Hansard Monitoring
Event Recording & Summary: Climate Resilience

The recording of our #FishingClimateResilience event from last week is now online. It is accompanied by summaries of all the panelists' answers to questions from attendees, about how fisheries around the world can respond to climate change.
 
Read the recap

Parliament and Government News
MPs Debate Impacts of Brexit on UK Fishing Industry

The debate, held on 13 July, was led by Orkney and Shetland MP and APPG Member Alistair Carmichael. His closing remarks called for Parliament to engage as closely as possible with the fishing industry, devolved administrations and coastal communities going forward. Watch the recording here.
EFRA Committee Urges Pragmatism to Ease Friction for Seafood Exports to the EU

Their chief recommendation is for Defra to pursue a veterinary partnership agreement that would reduce regulatory burdens faced by British businesses. For these businesses to remain competitive, the MPs also stressed the importance of honouring the timetables for checking EU imports.
Environment Bill Amendment Proposed Mandated Electronic Monitoring on Vessels Over 10m

On 12 July, the House of Lords continued discussion on the Environment Bill. Looking to improve fisheries management, one tabled amendment (later withdrawn) involved enforcing Remote Electronic Monitoring on all over-10m vessels in UK waters.
Defra Seeking Views on New Technical Measures Affecting Nephrops-Directed Fisheries

Defra has launched a consultation on proposals for new technical measures affecting Nephrops-directed fisheries in Celtic Sea UK waters. They seek views on selectivity devices (introducing two new options), strengthening bags, and increasing the catch composition threshold from 5% to either 15 or 30%.

Fisheries News
A round-up of the latest UK-relevant fishing news from a variety of sources.
 
Seafish Invites Industry to Shape How They Can Better Serve the Sector
Seafish has released an online survey for input from the seafood industry. They are looking to use responses to inform a larger strategic review on Seafish’s future.

New Training and Regulations to Save Lives Onboard Ships
New initiatives have been launched to improve safety in enclosed spaces onboard ships. Key lessons involve appropriate labelling and controlled access at all times.

Marine Scotland and Marine Coastguard Agency Fund Fishermens' Safety
Seafish are running subsidised safety training courses for members of the UK fishing industry, thanks to new funding. Fishermen in Scotland can book training now.

Seafish CEO Advocates for Greater Recognition of Seafood in UK Food Strategy
Marcus Coleman is calling for UK food system decisions to better acknowledge the positive contribution of seafood, following the release of the National Food Strategy.

Marine Stewardship Council Pushes for Progress in UK Fisheries with Project UK The Project has seen 19 improvements within eight Fishery Improvement Projects in the last year, aiming for the fisheries to ultimately meet the MSC Fisheries Standard.

A Marine Scotland Study Looks to Understand Migration of Atlantic Salmon
Investigating salmon migration routes, the researchers hope their findings can help address population declines and inform efforts for sustainable stock management.

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.

Question | Defra | 19 Jul | Bans (by fishing method) in offshore MPAs

Question | Defra | 19 Jul | Compatibility of fishing activities with 30% by 2030 target

Question | Defra | 19 Jul | Assessing ecological and societal impacts of HPMAs

Question | Defra | 19 Jul | Detailed breakdown of IFCA and fisheries patrol vessels

Debate | Lords | 14 Jul | Env. Bill amendment: wind farm env. impact assessments

Question | Defra | 14 Jul | UK TACs and quotas for North Sea sole and plaice

Debate | Westminster Hall | 13 Jul | The future of fisheries management post Brexit

Debate | Lords | 14 Jul | Env. Bill amendment: REM on vessels >10m (2)

Debate | Lords | 12 Jul | Env. Bill amendment: REM on vessels >10m (1)

Debate | Lords | 12 Jul | Env. Bill amendment: Nature Recovery strategy

Statement | Trade | 8 Jul | Signed agreement: UK, Norway, Liechtenstein and Iceland
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