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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
Many thanks to all who attended our Fisheries and Protected Areas event last week. The event recording and a written summary of the Q&A have now been published online - catch up via the link below.
Event Summary and Q&A

Parliament and Government News
Innovative new projects awarded government funding 

The government’s Fisheries Industry Science Partnerships (FISP) scheme has awarded £1.4m across eight innovative new projects supporting sustainable fishing and fisheries science within the UK. The funding is the first part of the £100 million UK Seafood Fund designed to level up coastal communities across the UK.
Wales launches consultation on management of cockle fisheries

The Welsh Government is seeking views on proposed new measures for the management of Welsh cockle fisheries until 6 May. It says current legislation across Wales is inconsistent and needs updating in order to protect stocks, the environment, and cockle gatherers. 
Scotland to get £14 million a year from Westminster to replace EMFF

Maritime industries in Scotland will receive £14 million per annum from Westminster to replace the European Maritime Fisheries Fund (EMFF) from the EU. Part of this will be used to support development of the Scottish fish processing industry.
New APPG for Shellfish Aquaculture

A new All Party Parliamentary Group has been formed for Shellfish Aquaculture, chaired by Simon Fell MP. It aims to raise the profile and knowledge of shellfish aquaculture in parliament, and encourage local markets for UK-farmed shellfish, to account for challenging post-Brexit export rules for the sector.

Fisheries News
A round-up of the latest UK-relevant fishing news from a variety of sources.
 
First Tranche of IVMS Grants Now Open to Under-12 Metre Vessels  
The MMO has released an online system to apply for grants of up to £650 to cover the costs of an IVMS (Inshore Vessel Monitoring System) device.

Seafood Industry Developing Guidance for Crustacean Welfare
The Shellfish Association of Great Britain and the Crab and Lobster Management Group are developing best practice guidance for the welfare of crustaceans.

New Safety Rules for Enclosed Spaces on Board UK Vessels
The Maritime and Coastguard Agency has announced new safety rules for enclosed spaces on board UK vessels, including fishing boats.

FISP Network Harbour Tours to Generate New Research Ideas
Harbour tours across the UK in February and March will showcase the FISP grant scheme and connect fisheries with scientists.

Scottish Government Says No Targeted Surveillance in Areas With Gear Conflict
The Scottish Government confirms there has been no specific tasking of targeted surveillance in areas historically known to have experienced fishing gear conflict.

England’s Largest Seagrass Restoration Continues in Plymouth Sound
The LIFE Recreation ReMEDIES partnership, led by Natural England, is carrying out England’s largest seagrass planting effort.

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 | 2 March | Bottom trawling in marine protected waters

Question | Defra | 2 March | Assessing the impact of other sea users on fisheries

Bill proposal | Defra | 1 March | Bottom trawling in marine protected waters

Question | Defra | 1 March | Enforcement of IVMS

Debate | Stormont | 28 Feb | Action plan for blue-carbon habitats

Question | Defra | 25 Feb | Publication of the Bycatch Mitigation Initiative

Question | Holyrood | 24 Feb | Supporting the Scottish fish processing industry

Debate | Westminster | 23 Feb | Food, farming, and fishing in Devon and Cornwall

Question | Defra | 21 Feb | Vaccine availability for livestock including farmed fish

Question | DIT | 15 Feb | Access to Greenlandic fishing waters
For more information, contact the APPG on Fisheries Secretariat

Jacob Ashton & Katrina Ryan
secretariat@fisheriesappg.org
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