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MMO updates bass fishing guidance for 2025

Posted by: Chris Collins, Fisheries Manager, Marine Management Organisation, Posted on: 13 October 2025 - Categories: Implementation
A diverse group of fish swimming in unison through the water, showcasing their vibrant colours and patterns.

The guidance on GOV.UK has been updated to help commercial and recreational fishers understand their obligations and contribute to the long-term health of bass stocks.

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Bass FMP explained: goals, benefits and updates

Posted by: ​​Regional Fisheries Groups team, Marine Management Organisation​, Posted on: 6 August 2025 - Categories: - Defra led FMPs, Implementation
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.

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

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Bass Management Group: progress, priorities and transparency

Posted by: Peter Elliott – Policy Advisor, Defra, Posted on: 26 June 2025 - Categories: - Defra led FMPs, Implementation
A meeting focused on bass management, featuring diverse individuals engaged in discussion and reviewing documents.

The latest meeting of the Bass Management Group reviewed progress and looked at priorities. Also find out about the new GOV.UK page for meeting minutes.

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