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Fishing & Permits

Your commercial and recreational permit requirements in the NIFCA district.

Fisher Guidance

Guidance and operational updates, including the latest UK fishing gear restrictions via Kingfisher.

Fisher Forums

Fisher Forums are local meetings designed to listen to fishers about matters that are important to them.

Sea Angling

Information on how NIFCA collaborates with the local sea angling community.

Dispensations

Applying for permission to operate outside specific byelaw restrictions.

Fisheries patrol boat docked in marina, with NIFCA officers on deck.

Compliance

Start here

Compliance

Supporting fair, responsible activity through guidance and proportionate enforcement.

Current Byelaws

The byelaws currently in force across Northumberland and North Tyneside's inshore waters.

Proposals & Consultations

Proposed byelaws, consultations and opportunities to provide feedback.

Conservation

Start here

Our Approach to Conservation

Our strategy for protecting marine habitats and supporting sustainable fisheries through evidence-led management and local action.

Marine Protected Areas

How we manage our network of MPAs and safeguard vital marine habitats.

Fisheries Management Plans (FMPs)

How we implement national FMPs through byelaw development and stakeholder collaboration.

Research Projects

Building an evidence base through scientific surveys and data collection to inform sustainable marine management.

Partnerships & Collaboration

How we work with national agencies and local stakeholders to ensure a joined-up approach.

North Shields Fish Quay with boats docked and blue skies.

Transparency

Start here

Consultations & Transparency

Our approach to open, transparent and accountable decision-making.

Proposals & Consultations

Proposed byelaws, consultations and opportunities to provide feedback.

Community & Stakeholder Engagement

How we work with our coastal communities to foster meaningful relationships.

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