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    1. Wash Cockle and Mussel Fishery Updates

      01 September 2026 14:51

        Temporary closures to the Wash Cockle and Mussel hand work fisheries, in place to protect the Wash Harbour seal population from visual disturbance, have now been removedRead More >

    2. Consultation on Proposed UK Fisheries Management Plans for Pelagic Stocks

      20 August 2026 15:29

      The Scottish Government has launched a public consultation on five proposed joint UK Fisheries Management Plans (FMPs), including three that are relevant to the Eastern IFCA district: –Read More >

    3. Wash Mussel Fishery Update

      30 July 2026 9:45

      Permit conditions for the 2026 Mussel Fishery have been revised under the urgent provisions in the Wash Cockle and Mussel Byelaw 2021 and come into effect at 2359hrsRead More >

    4. Eastern IFCA Officers Join National Celebration of 15 Years of IFCAs at Alnwick Castle

      14 July 2026 11:00

      Eastern IFCA officers were proud to attend the Association of IFCAs’ national celebration marking 15 years since the creation of the IFCA network and recognising the vital contributionRead More >

    5. First UK-wide survey into seal interactions

      13 July 2026 8:26

      The Scottish Creel Fishermen’s Federation (SCFF) has launched a nationwide survey for the UK and Irish industries to provide data to help quantify the impact of seals onRead More >

    6. Join Eastern IFCA – Protecting Our Marine Environment

      03 July 2026 14:19

      Eastern Inshore Fisheries and Conservation Authority (Eastern IFCA) is recruiting to a number of exciting roles across science, enforcement and policy. Covering the coasts of Lincolnshire, Norfolk andRead More >

    7. I-VMS Update

      03 July 2026 12:28

      The Marine Management Organisation (MMO) has confirmed that, owners of under-12 metre English fishing vessels fitted with Succorfish SC2 devices will be able to register for a replacementRead More >

    8. Association of IFCAs Launches New Film ‘Conserve’

      03 July 2026 10:06

      The Association of Inshore Fisheries and Conservation Authorities has launched its latest film, Conserve, showcasing how IFCAs work to protect sensitive species and habitats in England’s inshore MarineRead More >

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