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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Exeter Port Authority Issue Advice for Mariners

Covid -19: Recreational use of the river and canal is not essential and should be avoided.

COVID – 19: AIFCA Advice & Links to Information

Inshore Fisheries and Conservation Authorities (IFCAs) updates for the Inshore Fishing Community and links for support.

COVID – 19: Defra Advice for Fishing

Defra issues advice for all parts of the fishing industry and for recreational fishing

Need to contact D&S IFCA?

D&S IFCA Officers are working from home but can still be contacted using the contact details provided.

COVID –19: Support Available to Fishermen

A wide range of welfare support is available to fishermen who have been affected by the outbreak of COVID-19

COVID – 19 Update – 24th March 2020:

D&S IFCA continues to operate, but with a reduced service

Severn Estuary Ecological Research Forum - March 2020

D&S IFCA Senior Environmental Officer Runs Workshop to Discuss Current or Proposed Research & Monitoring to Better Understand the Ecology of the Severn Estuary Area.

AIFCA Vacancy – Chief Officer Role

The Association of IFCAs (AIFCA) is seeking an experienced individual for the role of Chief Officer.

Planned and Reactive Enforcement Work

Enforcement Officers conduct planned and reactive patrols in the Salcombe and Plymouth areas.

Environment Officers Carry Out Observer Trips on Ring-Netting Vessels

As part of a Monitoring and Control Plan for Allis shad in the Plymouth Sound and Estuaries Special Area of Conservation, a number of observer trips have been carried out on a ring-netting vessel based in the port of Plymouth.

Monitoring of Potting on Seagrass Report - Plymouth Sound

D&S IFCA has produced a report from its monitoring patrols to identify if potting occurs on seagrass within Plymouth Sound and Estuaries European Marine Site (EMS).

Sea Anglers Wanted for Government Project to Help Sustainable Fisheries

A new call is being made for sea anglers to contribute to an important project that will help the management of marine fisheries.

Have Your Say

The Marine Management Organisation begins a consultation on the South West Inshore & Offshore Marine Plan