Spotlight on MPA marine habitats: From Subtidal Sand to Deep-Sea Bed

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We’re diving into some of the less well known but ecologically vital marine habitats found in England’s offshore Marine Protected Areas (MPAs). This includes subtidal sand, mud, sediment, and deep-sea bed.  While these habitats may not have the visual appeal …

Spotting and reporting Invasive Non-Native marine species

It’s Invasive Non-Native Species (INNS) week across the UK – a national effort to raise awareness of the threat invasive species pose to our environment, economy, and native wildlife. For those working on or near the water, especially fishers, you …

Under-10m and Non-Sector Quota Management Meetings

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Ed Baker, quota manager for the MMO, discusses how meeting with groups of fishermen around the coast informs decisions on monthly catch limits for the under-10m fishing fleet and over-10m vessels that are not part of a producer organisation.