DEFRA is developing fisheries management policy focused on scallop fleet operations and broader seafood sector engagement, including trials of regional seafood planning in England. The policy aims to improve consultation with fishing communities and port-based stakeholders, with recent focus on queen scallop management plans and fishing opportunities for various species in UK waters.
In response to: Queen scallop fisheries management plan (FMP) for English waters
In response to: Fishing opportunities for British fishing boats: determinations published in August to De…
In response to: King scallop fisheries management plan (FMP) for English and Welsh waters
The king scallop FMP describes how we will achieve the long-term sustainable management of king scallop fisheries in English and Welsh waters.