UK: Statement from Defra regarding North-East Atlantic spurdog

Published 2023년 3월 10일

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The UK's Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra) has announced the removal of the Northeast Atlantic Spurdog from the list of prohibited species, based on new scientific advice showing the stock's recovery. This decision, part of a UK-EU agreement, signals the impending reopening of the UK spurdog fishery in 2023, with total allowable catches allocated for the North Sea and Western waters. The quotas have not been decided yet.

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SI on North-east Atlantic spurdog – Statement from Defra Fisheries Minister Mark Spencer. Fisheries Minister Mark Spencer said: “After over 5 years of management as a prohibited species, the latest evidence shows Northeast Atlantic Spurdog stock is recovering and can support fishing landings in 2023 and 2024. This week we have therefore taken an important step towards re-opening the UK spurdog fishery. “This decision follows the latest scientific advice and we will monitor the situation closely, supporting our commitment to establish a sustainable and profitable UK fishing industry. I know that this move will be welcomed by UK fishermen and further details on quota allocation will be set out in due course.” Statutory Instrument Removing spurdog from the prohibited list Following ICES advice that the Northeast Atlantic Spurdog stock is recovering and can support a significant level of landings for 2023 and 2024, the UK, EU agreement allows for a Spurdog fishery to commence in UK ...

Source: Fish Focus