Fishing into the Future (FITF) is hosting a series of talks focused on furthering knowledge and creating connections with people in the fishing industry. These informal conversations, hosted by fishermen, encourage participation within a fishermen-led space, and invite experts on different topics to share knowledge and take your questions. Topics are suggested by industry, and the focus is on learning and creating a dialogue between people who are passionate about the future of the industry.
In this session we are sharing insights into how fishing organisations and associations are working with government and statutory bodies to plan and prioritise competing demands such as fishing and offshore wind in our coastal waters.
Managing the space around the UK around the UK is a difficult job, with a rising number of marine protected areas and renewable energy developments, it feels like areas designated for fishing are reducing in size. How can we balance the need for renewable energy and food security from the sea? Do local, coastal communities benefit from developments and/or fishing? FITF are joined by Mike Roach from the NFFO and a number of expert speakers discussing these topics, along with existing case studies from Scotland and Southwest England, mapping of fishing activities and engagement with fishing communities.