SFF Warns of CFP Return Through UK-EU Trade Deal The Scottish fishing industry has voiced serious concerns about the potential implications of the proposed UK-EU Sanitary and Phytosanitary (SPS) Agreement, […]
Holyrood candidates urged to Stand up for Fishing Value of industry to coastal and island communities highlighted Scotland’s politicians need to stand up for the fishing industry as they seek […]
Scottish industry leaders warn of “very challenging” year ahead as 2026 fishing quotas confirmed. Scotland’s fishing industry is bracing for a difficult year in 2026 as the outcomes of international […]
Stop demonising fishing industry, SFF chief tells eNGOS. The leader of Scotland’s largest fisheries organisation urged environmental lobbyists to stop demonising the industry. Chief executive of the Scottish Fishermen’s Federation […]
Ministers ignoring public opinion in rush to industrialise Scotland’s seas, warns SFF leader. The Scottish Government is defying public sentiment with its rapid industrialisation of the country’s seas, causing serious harm […]
SFF Welcomes Announcement on MPA’s The SFF welcomed the Scottish Government’s “common sense” announcement of management measures for offshore Marine Protected Areas (MPAs). Chief executive Elspeth Macdonald said: “By adopting […]
Proposed ban on trawling in English MPAs: Statement from Scottish Fishermen’s Federation. Elspeth Macdonald, chief executive of the Scottish Fishermen’s Federation, said: “It is extremely disappointing that the UK Government seems […]
PM urged to meet fishermen he insulted and patronised after EU trade deal. The Prime Minister owes an explanation to the fishermen he insulted and patronised by describing the UK-EU trade […]
Selling out fishing is not in the national interest PM warned Scottish Fishermen’s Federation urges decisive action as UK-EU summit looms THE PRIME MINISTER has been warned by Scotland’s fishing […]
Public support for UK control of fishing amid crunch EU talks. Survey reveals Scots believe Brussels must offer benefits to fishing in return for access to our waters. Almost nine out […]
Reports of UK-EU arms deal at the expense of fishermen. Statements from Scottish Fishermen’s Federation(SFF) and Shetland Fishermen’s Association. Responding to a recent Times article, reporting that the EU and […]
Women at the helm in Scottish fishing industry. Follow Fish Focus’ feature on Women in the Seafood Industry, to mark this year’s International Women’s Day. It is traditionally regarded as a male-dominated industry, […]
Skippers’ message to PM: do not gamble away our futures for EUK/EU fishing deal. The Prime Minister must avoid gambling with the future of Scottish fishing businesses by using the […]
Oceana report into UK fisheries – Statement from Scottish Fishermen’s Federation. The Scottish Fishermen’s Federation (SFF), has accused an anti-fishing group of creating fake news about the sector in a […]
Floating offshore wind existential threat to fishing industry, warns SFF leader. Plans for giant floating offshore wind farms threaten to destroy Scotland’s fishing industry, the chief executive of the industry’s […]
SFF looks forward to engagement with new UK Government on fisheries issues Scottish fishermen are ready to engage with the newly elected UK Government and new MPs on pressing issues, […]
Scots overwhelmingly supportive of fishing sector. Polling shows UK-produced food as important as UK-produced energy. A LARGE majority of Scots are backing the fishing industry amid growing pressure on fishing […]
‘Pride in the Seas’ set to feature at Scottish Fisheries Museum. Museum to spotlight powerful stories from fishing industry. AN INSPIRING photography exhibition shining a light on the lives of […]
‘Pride in the Seas’ initiative showcases commitment of Scots fishers to a sustainable future. The ‘Pride in the Seas’ exhibition initiative by the Scottish Fishermen’s Federation (SFF) is forming an […]