Posts Tagged ‘Scottish Fishermen’s Federation’
Mixed reaction for Brexit trade deal
Relief at one end of the UK seafood and fishing spectrum – with dismay and accusations of a sell-out at the other. That is the contrasting reaction to the news on Christmas Eve that Britain had finally reached a trade deal with the EU. The announcement was broadly welcomed (with reservations) by the Scottish Salmon…
Read MoreNew Skipper show date ‘light at end of Covid-19 tunnel’
NEW dates have been set for Scottish Skipper Expo 2020 following its postponement due to the coronavirus (Covid-19) outbreak. The show will now go ahead from November 13-14, 2020, at the P & J Live arena in Aberdeen, said organisers Mara Media. Sharon Boyle of Mara Media said: ‘The feedback we received was that there…
Read MoreConfusion in Scotland over ‘key worker’ status
SCOTLAND’S food producers have urged the devolved government to provide clarity, in line with the rest of the UK, over which members of staff can be defined as key workers. In England, Wales and Northern Ireland, national advice has been issued identifying key workers as including those involved in the production, delivery and sale of…
Read MoreFishermen’s champion Bertie to bow out
THE fisheries leader who has spearheaded the fight to take British fishermen out of the Common Fisheries Policy (CFP) is to leave his post in the autumn, it was announced yesterday. Bertie Armstrong, chief executive of the Scottish Fishermen’s Federation (SFF) for the past 14 years, has driven Brexit talks on behalf of the industry.…
Read MoreFish talks result acceptable – Armstrong
THE Scottish Fishermen’s Federation (SFF) has described the outcome of the annual December Fisheries Council as challenging but acceptable for the fishing fleet. This year’s meeting produced a mixed bag of results for 2019, with cod catches in the Skagerrak and Kategutt area if the North Sea down. But fishermen will be allowed to catch…
Read MoreBack our EU pledge, urge fishermen
POLITICIANS from all parties at Holyrood and Westminster are being urged to sign a pledge supporting the Scottish fishing industry\’s demand that full control of UK waters be taken back from the EU. Along with the UK Fisheries Bill, the Brexit deal and political declaration provide the scope for the UK to become a fully…
Read MoreUK fishermen hail industry White Paper
THE two main UK fishermen’s organisations have warmly welcomed the government’s White Paper on the post Brexit future of the fishing industry. The Scottish Fishermen’s Federation hailed the document titled Sustainable Fisheries as a signal of intent from the government to take back control of UK waters. And the National Federation of Fishermen’s Organisations, which…
Read MoreBrexit bonanza for fishermen: SNP report
BREXIT could bring 5,000 jobs to the Scottish fishing industry and generate £540 million, according to a report by government agency Marine Scotland published yesterday. The UK leaving the Common Fisheries Policy and regaining control of the entire quota in its waters would lead to a 21 per cent increase in the seafood sector’s output.…
Read MoreSkipper show will be ‘busier than ever’
THE Scottish fishing industry will gather in Aberdeen next week for the annual Skipper Expo, which has attracted a strong international presence this year. With around 200 stands, the exhibition will provide a comprehensive showcase for the Scottish fishing industry when it opens its doors on Friday, May 25. The two-day show will see more…
Read MoreUK fishing groups unite on Brexit stand
FISHING industry groups from across the UK have united to ensure the government sticks to its word on Brexit. This new body, which includes a broad cross section and strong Scottish representation, met in Manchester to agree the elements of the campaign. It said afterwards: ‘We intend to hold government to account on Brexit commitments.’…
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