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Welcome
to the North Eastern Inshore Fisheries and Conservation Authority

From rugged chalk cliffs full of nesting seabirds to rocky reefs teeming with crabs and lobsters, the marine environments of the North East coast of England are amongst the best examples in the UK. Our seas support the livelihoods of local commercial fishermen and their communities and provide a destination for hobby fishers targeting fish and shellfish.

NEIFCA is responsible for the sustainable management of fisheries and fisheries activities, including Marine Protected Areas, out to a distance of six nautical miles.

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Latest News

I-VMS LICENCE CONDITION IN EFFECT
On 12 May 2025, a new licence condition came into force requiring English licensed vessels under-12m to have a functioning type-approved I-VMS device installed and transmitting data during any trip to sea. For more information on this, please visit our NEWS page using the link below:
I-VMS licence condition in effect
28th May 2025
2025 SCALLOP DREDGING PERMITS
Applications for Scallop Dredging permits for the 2025 season are invited from vessels that meet the criteria. Please see our NEWS page for more information.
2025 Scallop Dredging Permits
30th June 2025
2025 FIXED NETTING PERMITS
Applications for Intertidal and Subtidal Fixed netting permits for the 2025 season are invited from vessels that meet the criteria. Please see our NEWS page for more information.
Intertidal and Subtidal Fixed Netting Permit
30th June 2025

Get in touch with us

Have you got a question? Use the form here to ask us, or contact us directly using our details below.

ne-ifca@eastriding.gov.uk

01482 393515

Town Hall,
Quay Road,
Bridlington,
YO16 4LP

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