Norway and Scotland Set New North Sea Fishing Quotas Amid Stock Concerns
What happened
Negotiations between Norway and Scotland set new fishing quotas for the North Sea. Scientists from the International Council for the Exploration of the Sea advised that there should be zero fishing of cod in 2027 across the Northern shelf due to growing concerns over fish stock collapse. However, allowed catches are frequently set above the levels recommended by scientific advice.
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Why it matters
The annual setting of fishing quotas through political negotiations, rather than strictly following scientific recommendations, raises concerns about the sustainability of fish stocks in the region. For instance, last year, the UK, EU, and Norway agreed on a total allowable catch of 14,034 tonnes despite a zero catch recommendation from the International Council for the Exploration of the Sea.
Sustainable fishing quotas are advised and Greenland halibut stock is assessed within International Council for the Exploration of the Sea operational areas.
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Who's involved
- NorwayCountry involved in setting North Sea fishing quotas.
- ScotlandCountry involved in setting North Sea fishing quotas.
- Scottish GovernmentGovernment agency impacted by regulatory action in Scottish waters.
- EnglandCountry affected by UK-level quota reductions in the North Sea.
Who could feel it
Possible knock-on effectsThese are possibilities Brind reasoned out, not predictions, and not advice. Most are not stated in any report.
- NorwaySpeculative
Norway might face regulatory action via quota setting in the North Sea, affecting their fishing industry revenue.
- Scottish GovernmentSpeculative
The Scottish Government could see changes in the core fishing industry in Scottish waters, impacting local jobs.
- EnglandSpeculative
England may experience changes in the North Sea fishing industry, affecting regional exports.
Possible ripples
Who this could reach next, traced step by step from the reporting. Possibilities worth considering, not forecasts.- How could the new North Sea fishing quotas affect Jim Fairlie's political focus?New North Sea fishing quotas may necessitate policy changes for Scottish industry supportPossible
- New North Sea quotas may increase regulatory pressure on Scottish GovernmentNew North Sea quotas may increase regulatory pressure on the Scottish GovernmentPossible
- Scottish Parliament may adjust laws over new North Sea fishing quotasScottish Parliament may need to adjust laws following new North Sea fishing quotasPossible
How it developed
Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.- Daniel Lawson questions current fishing agreements between Norway and Scotland, while Norwegian vessels continue to catch large quantities of fish.Sub-event
Negotiations between Norway and Scotland set new fishing quotas for the North Sea.1 source