OPINION: The desk-bound green groups that dictate fishing policy
By Daniel Lawson Here at the Shetland Fishermen’s Association, we look out over Mair’s Pier and the daily bustle of harbour life as Shetland’s fleet…
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HPMAs scrapped, government confirms
The Scottish government has confirmed that controversial plans for highly protected marine areas (HPMAs) have been scrapped today (Tuesday). Earlier this year, net zero secretary…
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Campaign highlights ‘gear wars’
Shetland Fishermen’s Association (SFA) called for more to be done protect the vessels in their fleet and the oceans. In a campaign video, the SFA…
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MCA roadshow opens to all tomorrow
A Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) roadshow will visit the Shetland Fishermen’s Association (SFA) tomorrow (Wednesday) evening to answer questions people may have about their…
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Keith elected vice-president of national fishing federation
Sheila Keith has been elected as the new vice-president of the Scottish Fishermen’s Federation (SFF). Mrs Keith, who is an executive officer at Shetland Fishermen’s…
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SSE’s choice of guard boats ‘a kick in the teeth’ for local fishing crews
A local fishing body has questioned the “community spirit” of SSE after guard work was handed to two vessels “masquerading” as local fishing boats. Shetland…
READ FULL STORYFishermen’s association to hold consultation drop-in for HPMA fight
Shetland Fishermen’s Association (SFA) is looking to reel in as much feedback as they can to tackle restrictions which could devastate the seafood industry. The…
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Mixed reaction from fishing industry to quota agreement
The Shetland Fishermen’s Association (SFA) has welcomed news its monkfish quota will not be cut by 30 per cent next year. But executive officer Simon…
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Young fishing crews call for urgent government help to tackle rising fuel costs
Young local fishing crews have said they are in desperate need of government assistance as the cost of marine fuel continues to rise.
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Pelagic fleet condemns Norwegian and Faroese mackerel quotas
The pelagic industry has condemned Norway and Faroe for persisting with increased catch quotas for mackerel – calling it a wilful attack on sustainability.
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Fishing fleet and Shetland Greens join forces to call for end to gillnetting
Local fishermen and the Shetland Green party have written to the Scottish government demanding an instant end to gillnetting in Scottish waters. The practices sees…
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Fishing industry calls for government support as boats forced to tie up
The Shetland Fishermen’s Association (SFA) is calling for the government to provide temporary support to the fishing industry, warning the fleet faces “tie-ups and job
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Brighter Hope for fishermen as they take ownership of boat
Two young brothers and their friend have taken ownership of the Copious and renamed her Brighter Hope (LK98). Tom Robertson, 33, and Ross Robertson, 30,…
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Fishermen to fund their own research into North Sea stocks
Fishermen who have “lost all faith” in fisheries management will fund their own research into the stock of North Sea species. The Shetland Fishermen’s Association…
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