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Bass FMP explained: goals, benefits and updates

Graphic titled "Bass FMP in English and Welsh Waters" detailing the goals and updates of the fisheries management plan, featuring icons and lines connecting various elements on a blue background.

In response to requests from the inshore fishing industry, raised through the Regional Fisheries Groups (RFGs), the Marine Management Organisation (MMO) has developed a set of infographics and short videos to help explain the goals and progress of the first five Fisheries Management Plans (FMPs), published in December 2023. 

Spotlight on the bass FMP 

The Bass in English and Welsh Waters FMP is one of the first five plans and aims to ensure the long-term sustainability of bass stocks and the fishers who depend on them. 

What’s happening now? 

We’re committed to transparency and keeping our stakeholders informed as the FMPs are implemented.  

To support this, the RFG team has created an infographic which outlines current actions, achievements, and next steps.  

It will be updated regularly as we move forward, and shared across: 

  • this blog
  • FMP working groups
  • the RFG mailing list
  • MMO’s social media channels
Infographic explaining the updates for Bass FMP in English and Welsh Waters. The infographic outlines six focus areas: establishment of a BMG, conducting a review in 2025, stakeholder feedback, evaluation of recommendations, consideration of specific topics, and a plan for forthcoming years with scheduled meetings. Includes contact information for further inquiries.

Goals of the bass FMP 

We have also created an infographic and video to show the FMP goals and why they will help. 

Learn about the goals of the bass FMP and why they were chosen: 

Infographic titled "Why a Fisheries Management Plan for Bass and Welsh Waters" explaining the benefits and considerations of bass management in Welsh waters. Features bullet points, icons representing various ecological and administrative aspects, and contact information for further inquiries.

Watch a short video designed for the fishing sector which gives a summary of the goals: 

Stay connected 

Whether you're actively involved or simply want to stay informed, we encourage you to explore the resources, share your feedback, and subscribe to this blog for updates. For queries relating directly to the bass FMP, contact BassFMP@defra.gov.uk

If you fish commercially or recreationally within the 12 nautical mile limit and would like to receive regular updates from the RFGs, including news on FMPs and inshore fisheries, email us at regionalfisheriesgroups@marinemanagement.org.uk to join the mailing list.  

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