Southern Inshore Fisheries and Conservation Authority will lead, champion and manage a sustainable marine environment and inshore fisheries, by securing the right balance between social, environmental and economic benefits to ensure healthy seas, sustainable fisheries and a viable industry.

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Bottom Towed Fishing Gear Byelaw 2023 Confirmed

The Bottom Towed Fishing Gear Byelaw 2023 has been ratified by the Secretary of State, updating prohibited areas for bottom towed fishing activity within the Southern IFCA District.

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MMO confirms I-VMS licence condition is in effect

On 12 May 2025, a new licence condition came into force requiring English licensed vessels under-12m to have a functioning type-approved I-VMS device installed and transmitting data during any trip to sea.

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Providing some local context on the Bottom Towed Fishing Gear debate

Southern IFCA have provided local contextual information on management of bottom towed fishing gear in the Districts' MPAs.

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Solent Dredge Cat A Permits 2025-2026

The application period for Solent Dredge Cat A Permits for the 2025 – 2026 season (1st November 2025 to 31st October 2026) is now open.

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Southern Inshore Fisheries and Conservation Authority will lead, champion and manage a sustainable marine environment and inshore fisheries, by securing the right balance between social, environmental and economic benefits to ensure healthy seas, sustainable fisheries and a viable industry.

Southern Inshore Fisheries and Conservation Authority will lead, champion and manage a sustainable marine environment and inshore fisheries, by securing the right balance between social, environmental and economic benefits to ensure healthy seas, sustainable fisheries and a viable industry.

Southern Inshore Fisheries and Conservation Authority will lead, champion and manage a sustainable marine environment and inshore fisheries, by securing the right balance between social, environmental and economic benefits to ensure healthy seas, sustainable fisheries and a viable industry.

Southern Inshore Fisheries and Conservation Authority will lead, champion and manage a sustainable marine environment and inshore fisheries, by securing the right balance between social, environmental and economic benefits to ensure healthy seas, sustainable fisheries and a viable industry.

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Bottom Towed Fishing Gear Byelaw 2023 Confirmed

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Providing some local context on the Bottom Towed Fishing Gear debate

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