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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D&S IFCA request information on fishing activities in the Morte Platform Marine Conservation Zones.

Following the designation of a third tranche of Marine Conservation Zones (MCZs) in 2019, D&S IFCA are requesting information on fishing activities that may be occurring within the Morte Platform MCZ.

Inaccurate Electronic Charts – Potential Action Required

D&S IFCA are writing to Permit Holders to inform them about the inaccuracy of the Six Nautical Mile Boundary published on electronic charts - so that fishers can take appropriate action.

Commercial & Recreational Sea Bass Fishing Guidance

Updated Bass catch restrictions for the commercial sector – Updated 25th May 2022

Recovery of ghost fishing gear

Recently identified ghost gear – several wrasse traps and lines – were jointly recovered and disposed of by Fathoms Free and D&S IFCA

Annual Mussel Surveys Commence

D&S IFCA have commenced the annual mussel surveys, starting with the Exe Estuary which was surveyed on 18th and 19th April.

Marking of Static Gear - Update

D&S IFCA officers have been conducting boardings at sea to monitor compliance with the marking of gear requirements set out in the recreational and commercial potting and netting permit conditions.

Changes to Category One Mobile Fishing Permit Conditions

Amended Category One Mobile Fishing Permit Conditions are being issued that give vessel owners a greater choice for the fitting of iVMS devices

Fixed Shellfish Gauges

Due to popular demand, we now have fixed shellfish gauges available to purchase.