The National Federation of Fishermen's Organisations
Prime Minister puts a spanner in the works. Well, that's what it felt like to us in the Cruising Association (CA) when the general election was announced. At that point our petition, about Lobster Pot markers, on the Parliamentary website had about 6500 signatures. And they were all lost: because that's what happens to a Parliamentary Petition, when a General Election is called. Read in Full »
Dale Rodmell argues that dismissing an evidence-based approach to Marine Protected Area planning in favour of precaution is misguided. Read in Full »
Graeme High (MMO, England Intermediate Body Manager) tells us about the progress of the European Maritime Fisheries Fund (EMFF) in England. Read in Full »
Dale Rodmell argues that criticisms of voluntary approaches to conservation in the marine environment are missing the point. A bigger more important issue is at stake. Read in Full »
Top tips to using social media on the day the NFFO runs its first takeover with Newlyn skipper Alan Dwan Read in Full »
Alan Dwan offer us the opportunity to find out what being a fisherman is really like Read in Full »
Commodore Malcolm Williams, Chief Executive of the Shipwrecked Mariners’ Society, draws attention to the contribution of the fishing fleet to WW1. Read in Full »
Assistant chief executve, Dale Rodmell, reflects on Brexit, the disconnect between industry and the Common Fisheries Policy and the influence and role of environmental NGOs. Read in Full »
Jane Sandell, Chief Executive of UK Fisheries, tells us why fleet diversity is one of the British fleet’s greatest strengths. Read in Full »
Dave Linkie, the Editor of Fishing News, tells us how the Fishing News Awards will recognise the achievements of our fishermen, and why this is so important. Read in Full »
Commodore Malcolm Williams, chief executive of the Shipwrecked Mariners’ Society, discusses the importance of supporting those who risk their lives daily in an industry fraught with peril. Read in Full »
Paul Gildroy tells us why sustainability and events such as Deck to Dinner are so important Read in Full »
Head chef and co-director at seafood restaurant Purslane, Gareth Fulford, discusses the importance of sustainable fish Read in Full »
Commander Brian Boxall-Hunt tells us why it's so important that we care for our ageing fishermen Read in Full »
Assistant chief executive, Dale Rodmell, argues that top-down policy has crowded out efforts to improve fisheries governance through co-management and that it is likely to have unintended consequences. Read in Full »
Fisherman David Warwick explains why the diversity in the British fleet is one of the industry’s greatest strengths. Read in Full »
Chairman Tony Delahunty tells us about a typical day in the life of a British fisherman Read in Full »
Barrie Deas talks about the importance of eating a variety of great British seafood. Read in Full »
Chief Executive Barrie Deas reviews Channel 4's new programme focusing on the trials and tribulations of those working in the fishing industry. Read in Full »
Assistant chief executive, Dale Rodmell, reports on why a different approach is needed to conserve protected species such as spurdog. Read in Full »
Ramus Seafood discusses its commitment to sustainability. Read in Full »
Huw Thomas describes Morrisons' seafood sustainability strategies. Read in Full »
Robert Greenwood, Safety Officer at the NFFO explains why wearing a PFD is vital. Read in Full »
The Head Chef at The Magpie Cafe discusses the benefits of an FSFL licence. Read in Full »
Skipper Alan Addison says fishermen should be listened to more by scientists. Read in Full »
The Chief Executive of Seafish describes the role the organisation plays in the fishing industry. Read in Full »
This quick and easy recipe uses pollock, a great alternative to cod. Read in Full »
Tony Delahunty, Chairman of the NFFO writes about the idea behind the #CatchOfTheDay campaign. Read in Full »
John Butterwith, Fisheries Consultant to the NDFA explains the values of fishermen being members of an association. Read in Full »
Kirsten Milliken, Research Assistant at Seafish, the authority on Seafood in the UK, explains how its service is vital to the continuation of a sustainable industry. Read in Full »
Environment Correspondent at the Press Association, Emily Beament, discusses the increasing public awareness of the industry. Read in Full »
Don Thompson discusses whether small boat fishermen get the representation they deserve. Read in Full »
Chief executive Barrie Deas, explains why Marine Protected Areas aren't the solution to managing fisheries. Read in Full »
The Vice Chair of the NFFO South East committee explains how the industry is often wrongly accused of damaging the environment. Read in Full »
Ex-Rugby star and TV personality, Matt Dawson, kick-starts the blog with his entry, in which he praises the work of UK fishermen. Read in Full »
Michelin Star seafood chef, Mitch Tonks, explains how fishermen can work with chefs to make their product more profitable. Read in Full »
Newlyn skipper of the Crystal Sea (SH118), David Stevens, explains why the industry must take centre-stage in implementing the discard ban. Read in Full »
NFFO Chairman, Tony Delahunty, introduces our new blog with his reflections from the south coast, upcoming challenges and heading up the Federation. Read in Full »
Dale Rodmell, assistant chief executive, looks at how the fishing industry are helping to plan for our seas. Read in Full »