Fisheries

'Absolute vindication': UK, EU, Norway agree on 63% hike in North Sea cod quota

The UK has secured fishing catch limits worth $248 million to the UK fishing industry, a $41 million increase from last year.

'This vindicates industry’s view that the huge cuts suffered by our fleet over the last three years were not justified,' said Elspeth Macdonald, CEO of the Scottish Fishermen's Federation.
'This vindicates industry’s view that the huge cuts suffered by our fleet over the last three years were not justified,' said Elspeth Macdonald, CEO of the Scottish Fishermen's Federation.Photo: LinkedIn
North SeaUnited KingdomEuropean UnionNorwayAtlantic cod
Published 13 December 2022, 08:02Updated 13 December 2022, 08:02