1. Review of Net Fishing Management
Simon Pengelly
Southern Inshore Fisheries and
Conservation Authority

2. Objectives
The Authority has resolved to review and, if necessary, develop netting regulations to:
i. Support the use of estuaries and harbours by bass and other fish populations as nursery and refuge areas;
ii. Provide protection to migratory fish species as they transit through our estuaries and harbours; and, within these areas
iii. Balance the social and economic benefits and different needs of users in exploiting the fishery.

4. Grey Mullet Minimum Size
Proposed size increase to support sustainability of the fishery
Current byelaw minimum size of 30cm1
This size is smaller that the size of sexual maturity for all three grey mullet species
Five size increase options ranging from 47cm (L50 thick-lipped grey mullet) to no change 1

5. Additional Considerations
Mandatory marking of fishing gear
Use of nets by recreational fishers
Definition of activities, e.g. ring netting

6. Consultation
Eight week consultation: 15th October to 7th December 2018
Consultation document available at:
Responses will be considered by Members and draft measures will be further refined

7. Contact Simon.Pengelly@southern-ifca.gov.uk 07834 030309