My News & Views
Octopus & Escape Gaps
Posted By: Olga Pepper on May 16, 2025
D&S IFCA provides clarity on the applicability of Potting Permit Conditions with a view to addressing issues relating to predation by octopus and concerns raised by the fishing industry about the use of escape gaps in pots.
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Teign Estuary Cockle and Mussel Stock Assessments
Posted By: Olga Pepper on May 14, 2025
D&S IFCA publishes its 2024 Teign Estuary cockle and mussel stock reports, detailing the findings of the biennial surveys, last conducted in 2024.
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Exe Estuary – Mussel and Cockle Stock Assessments
Posted By: Olga Pepper on
D&S IFCA publishes its 2024 Exe Estuary Mussel and Cockle Stock Reports, detailing the findings of the biennial surveys, conducted in 2024.
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FIXED SHELLFISH GAUGES (2025)
Posted By: dsifcaadmin on May 9, 2025
Due to popular demand, we have more fixed shellfish gauges available to purchase.
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D&S IFCA’s Annual Plan 2025/2026
Posted By: Olga Pepper on April 2, 2025
Read about the work to be undertaken by D&S IFCA in its Annual Plan 2025/2026.
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Applying for a Commercial Permit – Changes for Applications
Posted By: Olga Pepper on September 24, 2024
From 1st October 2024, additional information is required to process applications for commercial permits.
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Hinkley Point C Planning Consultation
Posted By: Olga Pepper on March 11, 2024
D&S IFCA responds to EDF Consultation on Acoustic Fish Deterrent and Compensatory Habitat
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