11 November 2008
The NFFO will shortly provide its annual briefing for MPs in advance of the annual fisheries debate in Parliament and the December Council of Ministers.
The all-party Parliamentary Fisheries Group, chaired by Austin Mitchell MP, provides an invaluable platform for the Federation to explain the fishing industry’s priorities and concerns. In addition to an overview of fisheries issues, the briefing covers regional perspectives provided by the Federation’s member organisations.
Irish Sea, South West, Channel and North Sea priorities are covered comprehensively and the MPs seem to appreciate this kind of detailed briefing prior to meeting the Minister and their participation in the annual Parliamentary fisheries debate.