Devon & Severn IFCA Will lead, champion & manage a sustainable marine environment & inshore fisheries,

by successfully securing the right balance between social, environmental and economic benefits to ensure healthy seas, sustainable fisheries and a viable industry.

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Hinkley Point C Environmental Permit - Public Inquiry

D&S IFCA Engage in Planning Inspectorate Inquiry on Hinkley Point C

Continuation of Fisheries Research & Management Plans

D&S IFCA has completed an initial series of fisheries research and management plans in collaboration with the North Devon Biosphere. Following this work, the D&S IFCA has begun further work on additional plans focusing on the south coast of the District and additional species.

Sea Patrol around the Plymouth Sound Area

Enforcement Team undertake a sea patrol in Plymouth Sound, Wembury Bay and Bigbury Bay to monitor commercial and recreational fishing activities.

Crab Tile Surveys and Report Completed

 Quadrennial surveys undertaken in Devon estuaries using UAV technology.

D&S IFCA Engage in Hinkley Point C Consultation

D&S IFCA Submit Response to MMO Consultation on Hinkley Point C

D&S IFCA’s Annual Plan for 2021 - 2022

D&S IFCA set out key tasks for 2021-22 and the other workstreams that it must complete to meet National Success Criteria.

Shad Bycatch Awareness & Reporting

D&S IFCA Implement a Shad Bycatch Awareness and Reporting Scheme to Help Protect Twaite and Allis Shad in District’s MPAs.

Notices to Mariners

Fugro GB Marine Ltd set to undertake scheduled services on wave buoys within D&S IFCA’s District.