Brexit fishing win as new measures unveiled in 'clear departure' from EU coverage

Britain at the moment unveiled new measures to assist the fishing business thrive post-Brexit.

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Environment Secretary Therese Coffey stated the adjustments are a "clear departure" from the EU's Common Fisheries Policy, which was broadly blamed by trawlermen for decimating the UK's fishing communities.

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The six Fisheries Management Plans are the primary of 43 that are aimed toward managing inventory extra sustainably.

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Ms Coffey stated: "The UK has some of the finest fish stocks in the world, forming an integral part of healthy marine ecosystems while providing livelihoods, enjoyment and prosperity to coastal communities.

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"Today's reforms mark a transparent departure from the outdated Common Fisheries Policy now we're an impartial coastal state, and can ship the UK's ambition to construct a contemporary, resilient and worthwhile fishing business underpinned by sustainable fish shares and a wholesome marine setting for the longer term."

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The Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs said it has spent the last 18 months speaking to fishing experts and scientists to devise the proposals.

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They include removing an individual cap on the quota for around 400 vessels under 10 metres, currently set at 350kg a year, though they will still be subjected to a pool quota.

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A consultation will also be launched on large industrial trawlers fishing in English waters installing cameras, known as remote electronic monitoring (REM), to monitor their catch.

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The technology can gather data while fishing boats are at sea on the amount, size and species of fish caught as well as information on accidental bycatch of sea birds or whales and dolphins

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Mike Cohen, chief executive of the National Federation of Fishermen’s Organisations, added: "For centuries, fishing has produced meals, offered jobs and supported communities.

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"Measures to strengthen fishing businesses and enhance their sustainable growth will bring tangible benefits to the UK.

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"Fisheries Management Plans symbolize a genuinely formidable try to interrupt away from the unsuccessful top-down impositions of the CFP and unite fishers, scientists and regulators in constructing one thing new and higher.

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"Fishermen’s livelihoods depend on healthy seas and sensible regulations. We welcome this opportunity to collaborate in shaping them."

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