Scotland’s politicians must stand up for fishing, says SFF
The message of a new manifesto unveiled by the Scottish Fishermen’s Federation is that politicians need to stand up for the fishing industry as they seek election at next year’s Holyrood…
Growth Fund allocation a booby prize, says SFF
Following the announcement by DEFRA of its £360 million Fishing and Coastal Growth Fund, the Scottish Fishermen’s Federation has branded the £28 million that gets channelled to Scotland as a…
Industry slams UK government trawl ban plans
Fishing industry organisations in the UK have been quick to call out government plans to impose even greater restrictions on fishing, announced earlier this week to coincide with the United…
NFFO disappointed by EU-UK deal
In a more carefully-worded response that those given by Scottish Federations, the NFFO has registered its disappointment with the outcome of the deal struck between the UK and the EU…
Skipper Expo celebrates innovative Scottish fishing industry
This year’s Scottish Skipper was two hectically busy days at the P&J Arena in Aberdeen, showcasing everything from the array of boats on display to creels and oilskins. The aisles…
SFF urges Scottish Government to rebalance green agenda
In a clear message to Scotland’s incoming First Minister, the Scottish Fishermen’s Federation states that there is an urgent need to rebalance the green agenda – to ‘right the wrongs’…
Thumbs up from SFF on 2024 agreements
The Scottish Fishermen’s Federation has broadly welcomed the outcomes of the international deals struck by the UK for 2024’s fishing opportunities and TACs. Under the trilateral agreement reached between the…
Industry urges government to rule out ‘back door’ option on HPMAs
Scottish fishing industry figures are urging policymakers not to push through highly protected marine areas (HPMAs) by a ‘back door’ route, following the publication of the consultation response. The Scottish…
Majority of Scots support protecting fishing
An overwhelming majority of Scots believe fishing fleets should be safeguarded as seas become more crowded with the emergence of offshore wind and renewables, according to a new survey. The…
Western Australia’s fishermen to learn from Scotland’s experience
A group of Australian fishing industry associations are set to learn from Scotland’s experience of living and working alongside the renewable energy sector. The Western Australian Fishing Industry Council (WAFIC),…
