This F-REP will be a 2-day event designed to help people from the fishing industry, science and fisheries management to understand each other’s expertise and work together effectively. We support learning, sharing knowledge, building connections & developing skills so they can work together to develop well-managed fisheries.
This event is for people who are fishing or working with the fishing industry in the Southwest. The agenda will be tailored for those working handlines, rod and line, fixed nets, and/or mobile gear, catching Pollock and Bass, and also relevant for those catching tuna and small eye ray.
There will be a mix of informal learning and sharing knowledge, pub quiz, practical exercises, eating and drinking together, & guest speakers.
Get in touch with Emma if you want to register or find out more:
emma@fitf.co.uk / 07311 812 105
What is F-REP all about
The development of Fisheries Management Plans (FMPs) is overhauling the way we do fisheries management in the UK – creating the opportunity for fishermen, scientists and policymakers to work together to develop fisheries research and policy.
With this in mind, we are inviting you to apply for the Fisheries Resource Education Programme (F-REP), focused on sharing key knowledge and building the skills and connections for everyone to work together effectively. Take a look at an example of our South Coast agenda and event sessions.
How can I get involved?
We are looking for people working in the fishing industry, research, and policy to join us on a three-day residential event.
Register your interest by filling out this form or contact Emma at Fishing into the Future to tell us about yourself and why you would like to participate.
This is a collaborative event, and financial support is available for participation and to cover time and associated costs.
Why should I take part?
We believe that co-management – an approach where key groups work together in decision-making – is the best approach to build sustainable fisheries and a prosperous fishing industry.
But the success of co-management depends on having the right conditions for everyone to work together. This workshop will equip you with the skills, connections and confidence to further (or to jumpstart) your participation in fisheries research and management.
What do past workshop attendees have to say?
FUNDING PROVIDED BY Cornwall Good Seafood Guide
What is F-REP all about
The development of Fisheries Management Plans (FMPs) is overhauling the way we do fisheries management in the UK – creating the opportunity for fishermen, scientists and policymakers to work together to develop fisheries research and policy.
With this in mind, we are inviting you to apply for the Fisheries Resource Education Programme (F-REP), focused on sharing key knowledge and building the skills and connections for everyone to work together effectively. Take a look at an example of our South Coast agenda and event sessions.
How can I get involved?
We are looking for people working in the fishing industry, research, and policy to join us on a three-day residential event.
Register your interest by filling out this form or contact Emma at Fishing into the Future to tell us about yourself and why you would like to participate.
This is a collaborative event, and financial support is available for participation and to cover time and associated costs.
Why should I take part?
We believe that co-management – an approach where key groups work together in decision-making – is the best approach to build sustainable fisheries and a prosperous fishing industry.
But the success of co-management depends on having the right conditions for everyone to work together. This workshop will equip you with the skills, connections and confidence to further (or to jumpstart) your participation in fisheries research and management.
What do past workshop attendees have to say?
“I came with my 18-year-old son, as a fisherman, I really feared for his and my future as no one seemed to care nor did we know how to engage with anyone who would care, now after attending this event, we know how to do just that. I feel we now have a future in fishing.” F-REP south coast participant, 2023
“I had a very jaded view of policymakers and scientists built up over the years. But coming here and socialising with everyone has been a wonderful learning experience” F-REP east coast participant, 2024
“As a relatively new entrant to the commercial fishing industry, much of the legislation I have to adhere to has been a mystery, not to mention the fisheries management terms and acronyms. This course was superb in explaining the science and management structure of the fishing industry.” Participant from FITF residential event, London, 2020
“In the 34 years I’ve been a fisherman, we’ve never been taught how fisheries are managed, and how science interacts with the fishing. I’ve been waiting a long time for a course like this to come along, and it’ll make a real difference to the next generation of fishermen.” Mark Robertson, Fisherman FITF residential event in Aberdeen, 2017
FUNDING PROVIDED BY Cornwall Good Seafood Guide
