Fishing communities facing ‘extremely challenging picture’ ahead of talks, Fergus Ewing warns
Fisheries Secretary Fergus Ewing yesterday warned that fishermen face an “extremely challenging picture” over whitefish stocks.
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More than six month delay to north-east ice plant has fishermen calling the build a ‘fiasco’
An ice plant which fishermen hoped would help rejuvenate a north-east fishing town is still not open - five months after it was due to be.
Fishing chief in warning about delay leaving CFP
Any further delay in taking the UK out of the Common Fisheries Policy (CFP) would be highly damaging for the Scottish fishing fleet, industry chiefs have warned.
Stonehaven skipper hits out at dredgers destoying lobsters and crabs
A Stonehaven skipper has claimed dredging gear destroys 4,455 tonnes of crab and lobster off the east coast each year, costing the economy £33 million.
Fishermen will have to comply with ‘more bureaucracy and redtape’ after Brexit
Scottish fishermen have been warned that they will have to comply with "more bureaucracy" after Brexit in order to satisfy European Union food laws.
Scottish fishing industry in danger of being ‘left behind’ due to delay in roll-out of £16 million investment
The Scottish fishing industry is in danger of being "left behind" the rest of the UK due to delays in the roll-out of a £16 million investment fund, it was claimed yesterday.
Fishing processor warn of ‘catastrophic’ impact of Brexit
Brexit will have a “catastrophic” impact on the fishing industry with processors facing a yearly bill of £34 million to export to Europe, sector leaders warned yesterday.
Brexit brings ‘catastrophic’ £34m bill for Scotland’s fishing sector
Brexit could have a “catastrophic” impact on Scots fishermen, with the sector facing a £34 million a year bill to sell their catch to Europe after October 31.
River Dee Salmon catches remain consistent despite last year’s drought
The number of salmon catches on the River Dee has remained steady for a third year in a row.
Michael Gove attacks Scottish Government over Brexit fishing preparations
Michael Gove last night claimed Scottish ministers had only just “woken up” to the need to make sure north-east fishing ports are ready for Brexit.
Staff at Aberdeen fish processing firm ‘not protected from ammonia risk’, inspectors find
An Aberdeen fish processing firm has been ordered to improve safety after inspectors found that employees were not protected from the risk of ammonia.
Tony Blair warns Brexit will not boost fishing communities
Tony Blair has warned fishing communities they are unlikely to benefit from Brexit, as industry representatives predicted that the UK’s fleet could face a blockade within 48 hours of coming out of the EU without a deal.
Scottish ministers urged to hand over Brexit cash to help fishing industry
The Scottish Government was last night urged to pass on Brexit preparation cash to the north-east to ensure fish and shellfish can be exported after EU withdrawal.
Fishing group leader launches foul-mouthed tirade against MPs as he calls for no-deal Brexit
A fishing group leader branded politicians in Brussels and Westminster "b******s" for not delivering Brexit three years on from the referendum result.
Fishing watchdog sends out more than 1,000 letters a year over rule breaches
Fishing vessels operating off the north and north-east coasts are being sent more than 1,000 letters every year over potential rule breaches.
Value of catches rise but volume drops
New Scottish Government figures have revealed mixed fortunes for the country’s fishing fleet.
River Dee Trust fishing for funds for new children’s education programme
The River Dee Trust is seeking new funding to help school pupils learn more about science, fishing and the natural environment.
EXCLUSIVE: Industry leaders warn no-deal Brexit would ‘break the backbone’ of Scottish fishing
A no-deal Brexit could "break the backbone" of Scottish fishing, industry insiders warned as they revealed contingency plans were still being drawn up with just six weeks to go before the scheduled departure date.
Young lobster catch at north-east port highlights ‘unforgivable’ practice blighting Scotland’s coastline
Fishing chiefs have demanded tighter regulation on the illegal landing of undersized shellfish after a skipper raised concerns about a catch at a north-east port.
Maritime Academy to be open on day of Seafood Festival in Peterhead
Preparations are under way for this weekend's Seafood Festival in Peterhead.
Boris Johnson assures north-east industry leaders that fish will still flow to Europe
Boris Johnson has assured north-east fishing industry leaders that fish caught in the UK will be sold to Europe without restrictions after Brexit.
Seafish survey plays key role in understanding health of sector
Skippers and vessel owners in the Outer Hebrides are being urged to take part in a major research project to better understand the UK’s fishing fleet and its economic performance.
Accidentally-leaked memo reveals UK Government concerns about UK’s ability to patrol fishing waters after no-deal Brexit
An accidentally-leaked government memo has revealed “a lot of uncertainty” about the UK’s ability to safeguard its fishing waters in the case of a no-deal Brexit.
Scottish Tories talk up fishing credentials on campaign trail for Shetland by-election
The Scottish Tories have claimed their candidate for the upcoming Shetland by-election will be a "champion" for the fishing industry if elected to Holyrood.
Derek Mackay accused of ‘huge blunder’ over fishing remarks
Derek Mackay was yesterday accused of a “huge blunder” for suggesting signing up to the Common Fisheries Policy (CFP) would be a “trade-off” for Scotland re-joining the EU.
Boris Johnson pledges that access to fishing will not be sacrificed in new Brexit deal
Boris Johnson vowed that access to UK fishing waters will not be used as a Brexit bargaining chip when he visited Scotland for the first time as prime minister yesterday.
Professor Michael Keating’s verdict on what Boris means for the north and north-east
Boris Johnson’s lack of “empathy” for Scotland could have implications for the Tory revival in the north-east, a leading political expert predicted yesterday.
Michael Gove announces technology fund to ‘revolutionise’ the fishing industry
A call to action has been issued to tech firms and engineers to help "revolutionise" the fishing industry through artificial intelligence and "smart boats".
Fears industry is at risk of having nothing left to fish
The UK fishing industry is in danger of ending up with nothing left to catch if steps are not taken to enforce a ban on discards at sea, peers have warned.
Fish farm giant to close two of its sea loch sites
Fish farming giant Mowi Scotland has announced plans to close and relocate two of its west coast sites that are close to sensitive wild salmon habitats.
Exclusive: Jeremy Hunt promises Scottish fishermen a specialist Brexit minister
Number 10 hopeful Jeremy Hunt has pledged to provide Scottish fishermen with a dedicated voice until Brexit is realised, if he is elected as Tory leader.
Anglers on River Dee warned of invasive pink salmon
Anglers in the north-east have been warned to keep a close eye out for strange fish on the end of their lines, after an invasive species was reeled in on the River Dee.