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The UKSIA manages UK domestic fishing vessel access to non-UK waters and foreign vessel access to UK waters.
New EU Illegal, Unreported, and Unregulated fishing (IUU) requirements mean that UK exporters will need to provide additional information on catch certificates from 10 January 2026. To support exporters in preparing for thes…
Information to help you answer your query before you contact us.
Information on the different types of commercial fishing vessel licences.
Current legislation (The Sea Fisheries (International Commission for the Conservation of Atlantic Tunas) (Amendment) (No. 2) Regulations 2024) makes it a criminal offence for any recreational fishing vessel to target BFT in …
Guidance to assist fishers understand the role of I-VMS and their responsibilities.
Applications and guidance for the 2025 Bluefin tuna (BFT) commercial and recreational fisheries is now available.
How to apply for a commercial domestic fishing licence for vessels 10m and under
Interactive WebApp to support Stage 3 marine protected areas (MPAs) consultation and guidance to help users make the most of this platform,
Information on the rules, regulations and restrictions for bass fishing from 1 January 2025,
Information on the current rules applicable to Bluefin tuna in UK waters.
Stage 3 marine protected areas (MPA) site assessments and a methodology document.
MMO is proposing management measures for offshore marine protected areas (MPAs) in the North Sea region.
I-VMS - Frequently asked questions
New legislation (The Sea Fisheries (International Commission for the Conservation of Atlantic Tunas) (Amendment) (No. 2) Regulations 2024) will make it a criminal offence for any recreational fishing vessel to target BFT in…
Bluefin tuna (BFT) commercial fishery within UK waters.
Guidance explaining the operational requirements for Inshore Vessel Monitoring Systems (I-VMS) under the fishing licence condition.
Find out about the aims of the UK Seafood Fund, what funding is available, and how to apply for it.
MMO is proposing management measures for offshore marine protected areas (MPAs) in The Western Channel and Southwest region.
This area covers ICES areas 7e, 7f and 7g; from St Alban’s Head, round the coast of Cornwall, including the Isles of Scilly and up to Bristol.
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