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 News | Fisheries News | Hansard Monitoring
Parliament News
Fisheries Bill Progresses Through Commons
The Fisheries Bill underwent the Second Reading in the House of Commons on 1 September. It will now be scrutinised by a Public Bill Committee, who are expected to report to the House by 17 September. The debate can be watched here and the transcript read here.
Consultation on UK Marine Monitoring Programmes
Defra, the Northern Ireland Executive, the Scottish Government and the Welsh Government are seeking views on the updated marine monitoring programmes, which aim to move UK waters towards ‘Good Environmental Status’. Any marine users or interest groups are invited to respond before 17 November.
Dogger Bank Scallop Fishery Closure Extended
The king scallop fishery in the North Sea around Dogger Bank is to remain closed until 11 October. Along with a Cefas survey and analysis, a public call for evidence found consensus from stakeholders that the closure should be extended to protect spawning stocks and allow future sustainable harvesting.
Seafish Seeks Insight into Pandemic Experiences
Seafish is asking fishing vessel owners to share their experiences of the impacts of Covid-19 in their annual socio-economic survey. This will include the performance of fishing businesses, and their views on the effectiveness of government support measures in response to the pandemic.
Fisheries News
A round-up of the latest UK-relevant fishing news from a variety of sources.
Webinar on Cultural Values in Small-Scale Fisheries Management
An upcoming webinar on 9 September will explore how small-scale fisheries management in the Northeast Atlantic can incorporate cultural values.
MSC Extends Remote Assessments and Audits
The Marine Stewardship Council has announced that remote assessments of certificate holders will continue where Covid-19 restrictions prevent on-site audits.
Eastbourne Fishing Quay Project Begins Construction
The project will enable fishers to own or lease their own quay, which should give them long-term security and the opportunity to make direct seafood sales.
Waitrose Joins Ocean Disclosure Project
Waitrose is the latest UK supermarket to join the initiative, which is designed to increase transparency on the sustainability of seafood sourcing.
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.
Debate | Commons | 1 Sep | The Fisheries Bill: Second Reading
Question | Defra | 1 Sep | Defra's Assessment of Total Allowable Catch Levels
Question | Defra | 1 Sep | Access to Icelandic Waters for British Fishermen
Question | Scottish Parliament | 20 Aug | Four-Nation Meeting on Fisheries
Question | Scottish Parliament | 20 Aug | Protection of Scottish Fishing Industry
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