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”.

Informal Consultation: Byelaw 3 Cockle and Mussel Hand Fishing Permit 2019

As part of the development of Byelaw 3 Cockle and Mussel Hand Fishing Permit…

(Now Closed) Vacancy: Fisheries and Conservation Advisor

Job Description Accountable to: Senior Scientist Salary Scale: £21,166 to £28,785 from 1 April…

Marine Planning Engagement Iteration 3 Coming to an End

The Marine Management Organisation’s (MMO) Iteration 3 marine planning engagement is coming to an…

Recreational Bass Measures 2019

Retained Bass must be over the minimum sized of 42cm. For more information on…

Call for Voluntary Fishing Closure Around St Bees

North Western Inshore Fisheries and Conservation Authority (NWIFCA) is calling for fishermen and women…

Pilling Re-Classified as a Seasonal Class B

The Food Standards Agency has re-classified Pilling to a seasonal class B. For more…