What's in the issue

Industry welcomes ‘more realistic’ timetable as Scottish FMP roll-out set to be delayed to 2026, five new English FMPs out to consultation – though they’re mostly ‘plans about plans’, and ICES advises zero pollack TAC roll-over to 2025 in new blow to SW small-scale fleet. Plus: a look back at the Russian Outrage on the 120th anniversary of the shocking attack on Hull’s Gamecock Fleet, a day in the life of the SCFF co-ordinator – and we launch the 2025 Fishing News Awards, with acclaimed comedian Ed Byrne set to host.