Fish, fisheries, common, policy, regional, marine, co-operation
Sub-Committee hears from Fisheries Organisations
10 November 2014
The Lords Sub-Committee hears from British fisheries bodies and the North Sea Advisory Council as part of its ongoing inquiry into Regional Marine Co-Operation.
- Inquiry: Regional Marine Co-operation
- EU Agriculture, Fisheries, Environment and Energy Sub-Committee
The House of Lords EU Sub-Committee on Agriculture, Fisheries, Environment and Energy hears from British fisheries organisations and the North Sea Advisory Council in relation to its ongoing inquiry into Regional Marine Co-Operation.
Witnesses
From 11.00am on Wednesday 19 November 2014 the House of Lords EU Sub-Committee on Agriculture, Fisheries, Environment and Energy takes evidence from:
- Bertie Armstrong, Chief Executive Officer, Scottish Fishermen's Federation
- Professor Phil Thomas, Chairman, Scottish Salmon Producers' Organisation
- Barrie Deas, Chief Executive, National Federation of Fishermen's Organisations
- Ann Bell, independent North Sea expert
Possible Questions
- How successful has co-operation been in resolving tensions between the fishing industry and environmental interests?
- Why has it not been possible to resolve certain cases of user conflict in the North Sea under present arrangements?
- Can maritime spatial plans help to reduce user conflicts in the North Sea and to ensure that environmental protection and economic growth are aligned?
- What lessons can be learned from the process of consultation over the Discard Ban plans that could be applied to other measures in the future?
- What is the impact of overlaps, gaps and inconsistencies on the ability of Member States, regions and stakeholders around the North Sea to work together?
- What are the main problems encountered in the establishment of Marine Protected Areas (MPAs)?
- What role can regional co-operation play in developing marine knowledge?