Welcome to North Western IFCA

The North Western Inshore Fisheries and Conservation Authority (NWIFCA) was formed in 2011 under Statutory Instrument 2200 (2010) following the Marine and Coastal Access Act 2009 (MaCAA). It merged the previous Cumbria Sea Fisheries Committee and North West Sea Fisheries Committee into one district.

All Inshore Fisheries and Conservation authorities share the same vision: “to lead, champion and manage a sustainable marine environment and inshore fisheries by successfully securing the right balance between social, environmental and economic benefits to ensure healthy seas, sustainable fisheries and a viable industry”.

Microplastics and NWIFCA Fisheries

Research suggests that plastic debris has been present in the marine environment for at…

Sale Notice – FPV “Solway Protector”

FOR SALE FPV “Solway Protector” – 54 foot patrol and survey vessel – Price…

MMO Opens Formal Consultation on Proposed Management of Commercial Fishing in the West of Walney MCZ

The Marine Management Organisation (MMO) has launched a formal consultation on proposed new management…

Byelaw 3 Permit Holders: Authorisation to Remove Undersize Mussel from South America/Falklands Skears

Following unanimous agreement at the Bivalve Mollusc Working Group (BMWG) meeting held on 3rd…

Authority Member Recruitment Open

The MMO is seeking to recruit two members for the North Western Inshore Fisheries and Conservation…

MCS Sustainable Seafood Guide Update

The Marine Conservation Society (MCS) have updated their Good Fish Guide to advise people…