MCZ designation in Northumberland – Tranche 1 is the Aln Estuary. Please see attached map and you can also refer to the Natural England website at http://publications.naturalengland.org.uk/publication/6657233332994048?category=1721481
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February 2026
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09
February 2026
New Lobster Measuring Gauges – MCRS Increase to 88mm from 1 March 2026
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06
February 2026
Holy Island Fishermen Convicted of Breaching Fisheries Byelaws
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January 2026
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December 2025
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December 2025
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