Eastern IFCA

14/05/2026

We’re Hiring: Senior Inshore Fisheries & Conservation Officer (Marine)!

The successful candidate will form part of the management team, playing a leading role in the delivery of marine operations and ensure that the operational readiness of all Authority vessels is maintained. They will also undertake the role of vessel crew and Skipper and undertake fisheries enforcement on land and at sea.

The successful candidate will have the ability to communicate effectively and to develop constructive working relationships with a variety of stakeholders.

Applications from candidates with experience in enforcement or the marine industry and/or with knowledge of commercial or recreational fishing would be welcomed. However, a full training program will be provided for the successful candidate.

Reports to: Assistant Chief Officer (Marine Protection)
Location: Kings Lynn. All IFCO’s are expected to work throughout the district.
Salary range: £43,835 - £48,473 (including 7.5% salary supplement).
Hours: 37hrs
Role type: Permanent
Closing Date: 5 June 2026

For more information and how to apply visit: https://www.eastern-ifca.gov.uk/current-vacancies/

06/05/2026

Big news from King’s Lynn! 🌊 Our March Fishing Gear Amnesty was a massive success, removing 5,805kg of old gear from our quaysides.
Thanks to our partners and the local fishing community, we successfully sent 4,145kg of plastics and metal to be processed for recycling! 🛠️♻️
A huge thank you to everyone who participated in this event, from the planning to the boots on the ground: the Norfolk fishing industry, Keep Britain Tidy, RWE Renewables UK, Haskoning, Eunomia, ABP, and GoldStar Metal Recycling, we congratulate everyone for their incredible support in making this happen. It was fantastic to collaborate with all these organisations to keep our docks and seas clean and to get rid of potential marine litter.
Missed out? We’re planning another event in the district later this year - let's see if we can break our record! 📈

17/04/2026

Fisheries and Seafood Scheme (FaSS) is open for applications!

Fishermen, seafood businesses and coastal communities can now apply for funding through the relaunched FaSS, supported by Defra’s Fishing and Coastal Growth Fund, which will invest £304 million in England’s fishing and coastal communities over the next five years.

To find out more click below or follow the link: www.gov.uk/guidance/fisheries-and-seafood-scheme

To check your eligibility and apply click here: https://bit.ly/3rX5EnI

The Fisheries and Seafood Scheme (FaSS) is now open for applications!

It's funded through Defra's Fishing and Coastal Growth Fund, investing £304 million into fishing and seafood businesses and coastal communities across England.

FaSS is administered by MMO and is open to a wide range of organisations, including small-scale operators and first-time applicants.

Project funding is available for anyone involved in fishing, aquaculture, seafood processing, marine conservation or related environmental work.

Find out more: www.gov.uk/government/news/132-million-uk-government-investment-open-to-the-fishing-and-seafood-industries-and-coastal-communities-across-england

Check your eligibility and apply: https://bit.ly/3rX5EnI

Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra)

01/04/2026

New Seabird Safe Toolkit for UK Fishermen!

A new Seabird Safe Toolkit is now available to help UK Fishermen reduce seabird bycatch, guidance on the safe handling and releasing if interactions occur, and methods on reducing seabird interactions with fishing vessels.

The Toolkit has been developed with skippers, the Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs and the Joint Nature Conservation Committee, with two versions – a guide for fishermen and a guide for regulators.

The Toolkit provides clear, easy to read and practical methods for reducing seabird bycatch.

This guidance supports safe and sustainable fishing practices for both crews and seabirds.
To learn more, see: www.cleancatchuk.com/seabird-safe-toolkits-for-fishermen-and-regulators

Developed closely with skippers, Defra, and JNCC, the Seabird Safe Toolkits come in versions for fishermen and regulators. The fishermen’s Toolkit sets out clear and simple guidance for cutting the chances of seabirds being caught on hooks or nets, and how to safely free, handle, and release anima...

31/03/2026

The Environment Agency are planning multibeam bathymetry surveys in East Anglia!

There are 6 planned survey areas in the Eastern IFCA district which are planned between the 17th March to 22nd May and September. Click below to view the locations of the survey areas:

The Environment Agency are planning multibeam bathymetry surveys in East Anglia. There are 6 planned survey areas in the Eastern IFCA district.   The first 5 areas areRead More >

31/03/2026

Opportunity to become an IFCA Member!

The Marine Management Organisation - MMO is inviting applications for members of the Inshore Fisheries and Conservation Authorities (IFCAs) to provide an opportunity to help shape the future of our seas by ensuring the sustainable management of our inshore marine environment.

To find out more about the role please see our news item: https://www.eastern-ifca.gov.uk/opportunity-to-become-an-ifca-member/
Or click the link below: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/opportunity-to-become-an-ifca-member

The Marine Management Organisation (MMO) is inviting applications for dedicated and passionate members of the Inshore Fisheries and Conservation Authorities (IFCAs).

30/03/2026

We’ve published our updated 5 year Business Plan, setting out key priorities for sustainable fisheries, MPA management, and stakeholder engagement.
Take a look at what’s ahead for 2026–2031:

At the 63rd Eastern IFCA meeting, members agreed to the annual refresh of the Authority’s 5‑year Business Plan, setting out our strategic direction and priorities for 2026–2031. TheRead More >

18/03/2026

The MMO are hosting a number of workshops to present management proposals for recreational activities occurring within two MPAs in the district:
- The Cromer Shoal Chalk Beds MCZ: Anchoring impacts and removal of lost gear (no shore or fishing activities)
- Wash & North Norfolk Coast SAC: Anchoring, wildlife‑watching boats, other recreational activities (no shore or fishing activities)
- A separate workshop on seals in the SAC.
Click below to find out more!

MMO Marine Conservation – We licence, regulate and plan marine activities in the seas around England and Wales so that they're carried out in a sustainab...

18/03/2026

IFCA Insights: March Edition!
The Association of IFCAs has shared their March edition of IFCA Insights highlighting the work of England’s ten IFCAs.
Read the latest edition here: IFCA Insights: https://association-ifca.org.uk/ifca-insights-march-2026-newsletter/

CLICK HERE TO SEE OUR MARCH NEWSLETTER The Association of IFCAs is excited to release our March edition of IFCA Insights. IFCA Insights is designed to better connect and communicate the work carried out across England’s ten IFCAs. The Association of IFCAs represents the ten IFCAs in England and th...

09/03/2026

The Association of Inshore Fisheries and Conservation Authorities (AIFCA) have released a series of short films on how IFCAs lead, champion and manage a sustainable marine environment and inshore fisheries.
Through the stories of IFCA members and officers, we hear first hand how coastal communities are managing the future of their own coastline.
Watch the full films on The Association of IFCAs website here: https://association-ifca.org.uk/about-us/
or visit their YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEyZv9dpCpTcq22NKtaiOcw