Marine Fisheries Agency

The Marine and Fisheries Agency of England and Wales controls sea fishing in seas around England and Wales. Responsibilities include enforcement of sea fisheries legislation, licensing of UK commercial fishing vessels, sampling of fish catches, management of UK fisheries quotas and an advisory role and general liaison with the fishing industry. Formerly "Marine Fisheries Agency", the Marine and Fisheries Agency has a wide range of responsibilitie... more

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