Fisheries Management Plans – News and updates from Defra's Fisheries Management Plans

Bass FMP explained: goals, benefits and updates

Regional Fisheries Groups team, Marine Management Organisation, 6 August 2025 - - Defra led FMPs, Implementation

Learn about the bass FMP, its goals, and latest updates through new infographics and video, from the MMO and RFGs.

Help shape the future of brown crab fishing in the South West

Fisheries Management Team, Marine Management Organisation, 31 July 2025 - Implementation, Public consultation

Crab fishers—have your say. Survey opens on new size rules for brown crab in the South West. Closes 17 August.

King scallop FMP explained: goals, benefits and updates

Regional Fisheries Groups team, Marine Management Organisation, 30 July 2025 - - Defra led FMPs, Implementation

Learn about the King scallop FMP, its goals, and latest updates through new infographics and video from the MMO and RFGs.