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The Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs and Marine Management Organisation are implementing comprehensive fisheries management reforms under the Fisheries Act 2020, focusing on rebuilding trust with the fishing industry through enhanced stakeholder engagement and fair resource allocation. Current priorities include establishing Regional Fisheries Management Forums, reforming the Fisheries and Coastal Growth Fund allocation methodology, and addressing international governance gaps in Southern Ocean fisheries regulation.

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24 Apr 2026 | Committee report linked

The allocation of the Fisheries and Coastal Growth Fund through the Barnett formula is inconsistent with model preferred by industry stakeholders in all parts of the United Kingdom. We are concerned that it does not reflect the relative scale, distribution or needs of the fishing industry across the UK. In 27 the absence of any proper explanation by the government of why the total sum that has been allocated to the fund was chosen, or for the duration of the scheme itself, it is impossible fo...

The allocation of the Fisheries and Coastal Growth Fund through the Barnett formula is inconsistent with model preferred by industry stakeholders in all parts of the United Kingdom. We are concerned that it does not reflect the relative scale, distribution …

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24 Apr 2026 | Committee report linked

It is not credible for any devolved administration to demand devolution of a scheme and then to complain about the financial consequences of them being given what they asked for. It is difficult not to see this as a demand that was driven by the politics of the constitution rather than effective fisheries management. (Conclusion, Paragraph 23)

It is not credible for any devolved administration to demand devolution of a scheme and then to complain about the financial consequences of them being given what they asked for. It is difficult not to see this as a demand …

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24 Apr 2026 | Committee report linked

Going forward, the UK Government should work collaboratively with the devolved administrations on the design and allocation of the Fund to ensure consistency and fairness across the sector for the allocations in year two. Seafish should be used to support a coherent UK-wide approach. (Recommendation, Paragraph 24) Communication and trust

Going forward, the UK Government should work collaboratively with the devolved administrations on the design and allocation of the Fund to ensure consistency and fairness across the sector for the allocations in year two. Seafish should be used to support …

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24 Apr 2026 | Committee report linked

Trust between government and the fishing industry has been damaged by successive administrations. Rebuilding that trust is essential if the sector is to deliver its full economic potential for the individuals and communities it supports. Fishers are calling for a stronger voice in the decisions that affect them. Although the government has acknowledged the importance of partnership and communication in developing resilience within the sector, the perception among fishers is that this is not h...

Trust between government and the fishing industry has been damaged by successive administrations. Rebuilding that trust is essential if the sector is to deliver its full economic potential for the individuals and communities it supports. Fishers are calling for a …

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24 Apr 2026 | Committee report linked

Defra should establish a UK-wide network of Regional Fisheries Management Forums, comprising of fishers, marine scientists and environmental organisations. These forums should meet at least three times a year, with minutes published within 20 working days, and be given a formal role in reviewing and commenting on any draft technical measures or policies affecting UK waters. As many fisheries decisions have UK-wide implications, the forums should operate on a UK-wide basis and be empowered to ...

Defra should establish a UK-wide network of Regional Fisheries Management Forums, comprising of fishers, marine scientists and environmental organisations. These forums should meet at least three times a year, with minutes published within 20 working days, and be given a …

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