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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VMS – One Stop Shop

The Marine Management Organisation have produced a guide about VMS for England -Registered Fishing Vessels - Under 12 Metres

Catch & Release of Bass Starts on 1st December 2021

As of 1st December 2021, all bass caught by recreational fishermen must be returned to the sea immediately if caught.

D&S IFCA request information on fishing activities in five estuary 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 five estuary MCZ’s that fall within its District.

D&S IFCA attend virtual ‘Angling in the Sound’ meeting

D&S IFCA were invited to participate in a small focus group which intends to work with anglers local to Plymouth Sound to support the safe disposal and removal of angling waste and sustainable angling practices in the area.

Abandoned Gill Nets Recovered from South Devon Beaches

D&S IFCA’s Enforcement Officers react to reported abandoned gill nets.

Fixed Shellfish Gauges

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

Bass Fishing Information

Are you a Recreational Bass Fisher?

MCA Guidance for Long-Term Covid-19 Impacts

The MCA has issued a Marine Information Notice to provide commercial fishers with guidance on the long-term impacts of Covid-19.

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.