§ Geraldine SmithTo ask the Secretary of state for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs what plans she has to regulate public fisheries. [156859]
§ Mr Bradshaw [holding answer 27 February 2004]fisheries are managed on at a European level under the common fisheries policy, nationally under UK legislation, and within six miles by sea fisheries committees or the Environment Agency.
There are two major reviews being carried out which could impact on the management of public fisheries; the prime Minister's strategy unit's review of the UK fishing industry and the Defra review of marine Fisheries and Environmental Enforcement which is looking specifically at the organisation of enforcement. These Reviews are due to report in the near future and it is possible that their recommendations will lead to changes in current regulations.