We have now released 2 Codes of Conduct for the marking of gear in the NIFCA district; one is for the advice of commercial fishers and the other for that of recreationals. Please see both codes below for your information and guidance when using gear in the district.
Commercial Marking of Gear Code of Conduct
Recreational Marking of Gear Code of Conduct
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May 2026
NIFCA successfully prosecutes Holy Island fisherman for illegal lobster pots
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May 2026
MMO and NIFCA joint enforcement operation results in successful prosecution
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20
April 2026
Notice to Mariners: FLiDAR buoy deployment (Blue Aspirations)
Please click on the link below where you will find the relevant information regarding the above notice. Notice to Mariners 20/4/26
20
April 2026
Notice to Mariners: 20 April 2026
Please click on the link below where you will find the relevant information regarding the above notice. Kingfisher Bulletin: 20/04/2026
02
April 2026
NIFCA QUARTERLY MEETING – 27th APRIL 2026 at 11:30am
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April 2026
Celebrating 15 Years of Inshore Fisheries and Conservation Authorities (IFCAs)
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