The Scottish Government consulted on how to achieve a sustainable future for aquaculture and freshwater fisheries and ensure the effective management of interactions between the two sectors to inform the development of a new Aquaculture and Fisheries Bill, planned for introduction in autumn 2012. The consultation concluded on April 13 and generated 1,342 responses, representing [...]
The Scottish Government has launched a public consultation on the 2020 challenge for Scotland’s biodiversity. The consultation will remain open until 26 September and has been developed by the Scottish Government and Scottish Natural Heritage (SNH) as a supporting document to the Biodiversity Strategy for Scotland in order to reflect new international and European biodiversity [...]
Tobermory Harbour has a new Marine Visitor Centre which was opened to the public on Monday 30th July. Interactive and informative displays of interest to all ages cover a broad cross section of activities in and around Tobermory Bay and the Sound of Mull. SSACN were pleased to be asked to contribute and you’ll find [...]
‘The UK Fishing Industry in 2011: Structure and Activity’ on The Fish Site provides a broad picture of the size and composition of the UK fishing industry and its operations. Quick Summary - In 2011 the UK had 6,444 registered fishing vessels, 17% fewer than in 2001. Over the same period, the number of fishermen [...]
Eleven charter boats, 230 participants, a truckload of ragworm, no less than 95 shark caught and substantial media interest. That’s the Dutch Sharkatag 2012 in a nutshell. Like our Scottish Sharkatag, the Dutch Sharkatag is a three day event; this year it took place over the 22nd, 23rd and 24th of August off the coast [...]
THE Southern Hebrides Against Marine Environmental Designations (SHAMED) group has launched a fresh attempt to block plans for the establishment of a Special Area of Conservation (SAC) in the Sound of Barra. One of SHAMED’s objections is their conviction that the current and previous Environment Ministers - Stewart Stevenson, Michael Russell and Roseanna Cunningham - [...]
The Conservation (Natural Habitats, &c.) Amendment (Scotland) Regulations 2012 (SSI 2012/228) The above Scottish Statutory Instrument was laid in the Scottish Parliament on 31 July under section 2(2) of the European Communities Act 1972 in order to come into force on 16 August. The Instrument will amend the Conservation (Natural Habitats, &c.) Regulations 1994 and [...]
A request from James Thorburn - As part of my research, I am trying to identify important areas for tope and spurdog, such as breeding grounds and nursery areas. As part of this, it is important to gauge the maturity status of both sexes in the area. With female sharks, other than size, there are [...]
SSACN’s Give Fish A Chance (GFAC) initiative reflects the fact that many anglers are keen to do what they can to ensure the minimal impact to the environment and to the fish themselves.
Fish sustainably, only take fish for the table which have had a chance to reproduce and have respect for those you do catch.
Weighing fish by measuring them helps minimize any potential harm to the fish. Just enter the measurement (in cms) of your fish and the calculator will do the rest!
Interactive graphs and downloadable charts presenting weight for length in cms/lbs may be found here
Dates for 2012 are :
Aquaculture and fisheries consultation
The Scottish Government consulted on how to achieve a sustainable future for aquaculture and freshwater fisheries and ensure the effective management of interactions between the two sectors to inform the development of a new Aquaculture and Fisheries Bill, planned for introduction in autumn 2012. The consultation concluded on April 13 and generated 1,342 responses, representing [...]
The Scottish Government has launched a public consultation on the 2020 challenge for Scotland’s biodiversity. The consultation will remain open until 26 September and has been developed by the Scottish Government and Scottish Natural Heritage (SNH) as a supporting document to the Biodiversity Strategy for Scotland in order to reflect new international and European biodiversity [...]
Wind, Wave and Tidal Energy – information events
The Scottish Government are holding a number of public events over September 2012, to provide information on planning for offshore wind, wave and tidal energy in Scottish waters, and on the offshore renewables licensing manual. These events are open to all and will consist of a drop-in information session, followed by a presentation and discussion [...]
Nephrops and Crab and Lobster Fisheries controls consultation
A consultation on the introduction of new management measures in the Nephrops and crab and lobster fisheries has been launched. The consultation covers three areas : Introducing new controls in the Nephrops creel fishery Introducing new controls in the crab and lobster fisheries Increasing the minimum landing size of West of Scotland Nephrops The [...]
UK Initial Assessment and proposals for Good Environmental Status
Consultation Start: 27 March 2012 - Consultation End: 18 June 2012 This is a joint consultation between Defra, the Northern Ireland Executive, the Scottish Government and the Welsh Government and on the implementation of the Marine Strategy Framework Directive (MSFD). The Directive requires Member States to take measures to achieve or maintain Good Environmental Status [...]
Argyll and the Isles coast and countryside trust
Argyll and Bute Council have formed a partnership steering group with Scottish Natural Heritage, Forestry Commission Scotland, ABSEN, and Argyll & Bute Local Services Initiative to look at the possibility of establishing a new independent trust. The proposed aim of the Trust would be to: ‘work together to sustainably maintain, enhance and promote the coast [...]
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