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Introduction to the role of evidence in fisheries management plans

Fisheries management plans rely on a foundation of robust evidence. In this post we explore this along with our published evidence statements and their role in sustainable fisheries.

Live today- FMP and JFS consultations and publication of flatfish FMP

A vibrant rainbow arches over Newlyn harbour filled with fishing boats.

Today we’ve launched consultations on Defra’s next five draft fisheries management plans, a consultation on amendments to the joint fisheries statement and published the flatfish FMP.