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The Crab and Lobster FMP remains the most significant plan for the Northumberland district, reflecting the economic importance of this fishery. Fisheries Management plans Update
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The Government has confirmed that the Minimum Conservation Reference Size will increase by one millimetre per year until it reaches 90mm. This change is expected to come into force early next year, although the exact date is still to be confirmed. To support fishers through the transition, NIFCA will commission new measuring gauges and will contact all permit holders once they are ready. The Marine Directorate is leading on the Nephrop FMP. A consultation on the draft plan, including the North Sea component, is expected to launch in early 2026. The Authority will publish updates on our website as soon as consultation details are announced. Mayor of North Tyneside visits Northumberland IFCA The Authority recently hosted North Tyneside Mayor Karen Clark aboard its ‘St Aidan’ patrol and research vessel to discuss marine habitat protection and local fishing support. The Mayor met with NIFCA Chair Amelia Henderson and Chief Officer Mark Southerton to learn more about lobster fishery management, including shellfish permit returns, biometric monitoring, and the latest V-notching scheme for lobster sustainability. Discussions also covered NIFCA’s compliance and enforcement activities, new equipment investments, and national challenges such as Fisheries Management Plans and implementation, offshore development pressures, bottom-towed gear consultations, and participation in the Inshore Small-Scale Fisheries consortium. Additionally, the Mayor was informed about potential DEFRA funding changes, Marine Protected Area management, and adaptive trawling initiatives.
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