Scottish waters can’t be Brexit bargaining chip, minister says
Access to Scottish waters must not be “used as a bargaining chip in Brexit negotiations”, the Fisheries Minister has warned.
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Future of Scottish fishing set out in Government paper
Retaining fishing quotas and supporting a discard ban in principle are two key aspects of a Scottish Government paper on the future of fisheries.
Fishing boat captains plead guilty to regulations breach amid Irish dispute
Two fishermen have been reunited with their boats amid an ongoing impasse over fishing rights.
Defra hits out after two UK fishing boats seized by Irish Navy
The UK cannot continue to accept the unequal application of a deal with the Republic of Ireland over fishing rights, a Government spokesman has said.
Salmon season casts off in historic Perthshire
Salmon fishing season was officially opened with a "tight line" toast in historic Perthshire.
Arbroath quay cordoned off after harbour wall collapses into water
Major repairs will be needed to Arbroath Harbour after a large section of the wall collapsed into the sea.
READERS’ LETTERS: Pragmatic approach to river management
Madam, – I attended the traditional opening of the Tay salmon season at Meikleour and enjoyed a happy occasion.
Tight line celebrations launch salmon season on River Tay
Celebrations to mark the start of salmon season have been marred by a worrying decline in River Tay stocks.
Angler Phil to make first cast of salmon season 15 years after accident
Angler Phil Rennie feared he would never savour a salmon season again after a devastating motorbike crash.
Ewing: UK Government must provide clarity over forestry and fishing
The UK Government must give details on how Scotland’s forestry and fishing sectors will be funded post-Brexit, Rural Economy Secretary Fergus Ewing has said.