Read more about the article Federations tell UK government to keep its promises
The SFF and NFFO have told a cross-party gathering of politicians that the UK government must stick to its promises. Image: SFF

Federations tell UK government to keep its promises

During talks with senior UK politicians, the Scottish Fishermen’s Federation and the National Federation of Fishermen’s Organisations have urged them to hold firm on the commitments made to fishermen and…

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Read more about the article Fishermen’s Mission – hardship hotline
The Fishermen’s Mission will operate a one-stop-shop for all matters relating to welfare and the wellbeing of both active and retired fishermen and their families

Fishermen’s Mission – hardship hotline

It’s no secret that the UK fishing industry has been hit hard by the effects of the Covid-19 pandemic, with the fallout affecting businesses and crews. Now the Fishermen’s Mission…

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Read more about the article No-Fishing zones threatened for UK waters
40% of UK waters are already Marine Protected Areas – but the Beynon Review’s proposes a series of Highly Protected Marine Areas as zero fishing zones

No-Fishing zones threatened for UK waters

In spite of having what the National Federation of Fishermen’s Organisations described as a ‘world-beating Marine Protected Area network,’ the UK authorities are being urged to ban fishing across a…

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