Protesting to defend their work and way of life
Over the last week fishermen across Europe have staged vocal protests against policies they believe put the future of the industry and their way of life in jeopardy. This applies…
European fishing sector calls for action
The European fishing sector as a whole is aiming to stage a concerted day of protest to highlight widespread dissatisfaction with the bans and restrictions to demersal fishing proposed by…
EBFA states that the Commission’s Action Plan places a disproportionate burden on the fleet, which is still struggling with the consequences of Brexit, the Covid pandemic, inflation, and the energy crisis
Demersal ban dialogue continues
More than a month since the European Commission unveiled its plans to severely curtail demersal fisheries with its proposed Action Plan, industry figures came together in Brussels to meet representatives…
Trawl sector’s fears coming true
In unveiling its EU Action Plan: Protecting and restoring marine ecosystems for sustainable and resilient fisheries, the European Commission has turned a blind eye to its own fisheries management system…
Commission plans demersal shutdown
While showing no inclination to reform the CFP and giving a free pass to other industries that affect the health of the oceans, the European Commission is expected shortly to…
Commissioner left in no doubt about industry’s concerns and frustrations
Representing more than 20,000 fishermen and 7000 vessels, the European Bottom Fishing Alliance (EBFA), has met EU Commissioner for Maritime Affairs and Fisheries Virginijus Sinkevičius to make clear the consequences…
Spanish industry to challenge fishing closures in court
Spanish industry body Cepesca has made it clear that it intends to fight all the way against the closures of 87 demersal fishing zones in Atlantic waters scheduled to come…
Gaps in science and consultation as Commission shuts fishing grounds
While the European Commission is busy congratulating itself on shutting down 87 areas to all demersal fishing gears in North Atlantic waters, the industry isn’t treating this as good news,…