Providing some local context on the Bottom Towed Fishing Gear debate. Please visit our website for more information - southern-ifca.gov.uk/news

📡 Two months since the I-VMS licence condition came into effect, over 90% of under-12m vessels in England are now equipped, with 70%+ transmitting data regularly. A massive thank you to all fishers supporting sustainable fisheries. 🔗 Read more: bit.ly/3TIbcTd

📝 NEW BLOG POST: Dive into FMPs: a look at governance in fisheries management plans Curious about how delivery of FMPs is managed? We’re exploring the people, teamwork & collaboration that keeps everything on track. 👉 Find out more: bit.ly/4lGDEBu #FMPs

#OpsSeabird is a national initiative which aims to tackle marine coastal wildlife crime, disturbance and promote responsible wildlife watching. If you are visiting the coast, please remember to behave responsibly. Find out more: bit.ly/4f4zXTy

🔦 Spotlight on the King scallop FMP New from MMO: infographics & video explain goals, progress & next steps. 💡Watch now & explore updates: bit.ly/4lQCSl7

On National Oyster Day find out more about oysters in the Southern IFCA District & how these important species are managed for the benefit of coastal communities & the environment. For more information visit our website southern-ifca.gov.uk

🔦 Spotlight on the Bass FMP New from MMO: infographics & video explain goals, progress & next steps. Watch now & explore updates: defrafmp.blog.gov.uk/2025/08/06/bas… #FisheriesManagementPlans

🔦 Spotlight on the Channel demersal NQS FMP New from MMO: infographics & video explain goals, progress & next steps for 19 species including brill, cuttlefish & squid. Watch & explore: bit.ly/4fvYEZ6 #FisheriesManagementPlans

📢 NEW BLOG POST: Dive into FMPs: who are the experts delivering Defra’s plans Part two of our FMPs blog series explores the organisations delivering FMPs- driven by evidence, collaboration & policy insight. Find out more: 🔗 bit.ly/3JjSpMe #FisheriesManagementPlans

There are places available on the King Scallop Implementation Group - an output from the King Scallop FMP - for representatives of the under 15m fleet and hand divers. If you would like to be considered please email [email protected]

Calling all fishers. You are invited to join our online webinar and Q&A on proposed fisheries management measures for 42 English MPAs. 📅 Tues 16 Sept 🕖 7 to 8pm Have your say and take part in our formal consultation. Register: bit.ly/4gixgy5

Staff from Tristan da Cunha fisheries dept recently shadowed Marine Management Organisation and Southern IFCA. The primary fishery on Tristan da Cunha is lobster & the opportunity to shadow the teams was ideal due to the number of shellfish fisheries based on the south coast.

🔦 Spotlight on the crab & lobster FMP New from MMO: infographics & video explain goals, progress & next steps. 💡Watch now & explore updates: bit.ly/4mqcUEN #FisheriesManagementPlans

An in-person meeting is being held by Marine Management Organisation in Lyme Regis on Tuesday 7th October @ The Cobb, 14:00-16:30, to explore practical, collaborative ways to reduce Harbour Porpoise bycatch and shape future management options.

DRONES HELP DORSET FISHERY SCOOP NATIONAL LEADERSHIP AWARD The Poole Harbour Clam and Cockle Fishery scooped the Marine Stewardship Council UK (MSC) Ocean Leadership Award at a glitzy ceremony in Edinburgh, for its innovative use of drones. Southern IFCA fishfocus.co.uk/drones-help-do…

The Poole Harbour Clam & Cockle Fishery has been awarded the MSC in the UK Ocean Leadership Award 2025 for its innovative use of drones. thefishingdaily.com/uk-fishing-ind…

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MMO is consulting on proposals to close UK waters in ICES areas 7d & 7e to king scallop dredging (1 Jul–30 Sep 2026 & 2027) to protect stocks during spawning season. 🐚 Have your say👉 bit.ly/4nNyLXo #fisheries #marineconservation

Not sure what the new processing statement rules mean for you? We've broken it down simply in this short video. Watch to find out what’s changing and what you need to do 🐟