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.

To find out more about what the Devon and Severn IFCA do click here.

Bangor University together with D&S IFCA are recruiting!

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the team at Devon and Severn Inshore Fisheries and Conservation Authority as a Research Assistant in Marine and Fisheries Science employed by Bangor University

Engagement Sessions – Fisheries Management Plans

The Marine Management Organisation sets out dates for engagement events focussed on English Channel Skates and Rays

Illegal Gill Net Recovered From Salcombe – Kingsbridge Estuary

D&S IFCA’s Enforcement Officers recover illegal net from Bowcombe Creek.

Devon and Severn seize pots

Do these pots belong to you?

Consultation on Fisheries Management Plans

Defra has launched a consultation on six front runner Fisheries Management Plans (FMPs).

Guidance for Fishers: Lobster and Spiny Lobster

D&S IFCA has produced guidance for fishers to help them remain compliant with the Permit Conditions.

Company Director and Master fined for fishing in scallop closed season

An investigation by D&S IFCA into the removal of scallops in the closed season has resulted in fines totalling £5,887 and a £6,000 contribution to legal costs.

Berried Lobster Seasonality Surveys

A project investigating the seasonality of berried lobsters in D&S IFCA’s District is underway.