Simplifying fishing vessel licensing in England

We want to know what you think about our plans to amend the fishing vessel licensing requirements in England.

These changes are part of a periodic review which has identified requirements we think are outdated or are an unnecessary burden to industry. These changes will also consider amendments in the reformed common fisheries policy.

These arrangements are being reviewed separately by the devolved administrations of Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. We will work closely with them to reduce difficulties which may be caused by differing rules.