Unions representing more than 129,000 fishers are gathering in Amsterdam this week to set their agenda for advancing fishers’ rights, safety and working conditions. The International Transport Workers’ Federation’s (ITF)…
The Government of Kenya has ratified two international labour standards that will promote decent work for the country’s seafarers and fishing people. It has also submitted notification of acceptance of…
At the plenary meeting held yesterday, the EU Social Partners in the Fisheries Sector – Europêche, Cogeca and ETF – welcomed the presentation of the Parliamentary draft report ‘Fishers for…
The Maritime & Coastguard Agency (MCA) is stepping up monitoring of the fishing industry and compliance with the ILO 188 Work in Fishing convention, planning to make full use of…
Human Rights at Sea, alongside the National Federation of Fishermen’s Organisations (NFFO) and The Fishermen’s Mission, has published a new briefing note covering the topic of UK Share Fishermen in…
Thailand became the first country in Asia to ratify the Work in Fishing Convention, which sets basic decent standards for work in the fishing industry. According to EJF, this shows important commitment and leadership for the region – although EJF points out that there are still improvements to be made.
On the occasion of the World Fisheries Day, the FAO and the Holy See again joined forces to host a successful event focusing international attention on the fair treatment and well-being of fishing people around the world.
From this month, the Maritime & Coastguard Agency (MCA) will require UK fishing vessels to comply with the International Organisation’s C-188 Work In Fishing Convention.
The Fisheries Agency of Taiwan has concluded its investigations into two longline vessels, one for illegal fishing activity and the other for violations of the ILO Work in Fishing Convention (C-188). Penalties have been applied in both cases.
A first vessel detention has taken place under the International Labour Organisation Work in Fishing Convention that came into force last year. The 380gt vessel was detained in Cape Town following inspections and complaints made by the crew.