Fisheries parliamentary group launches call for evidence on UK-EU TCA review

The All-Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) on Fisheries has today launched a Call for Evidence from the fishing industry and related stakeholders on their priorities for future fishing arrangements with the EU. The group, chaired by Orkney and Shetland MP Alistair Carmichael and co-chaired by Melanie Onn MP, aims to use the evidence to steer parliamentary debate and advocacy as the government negotiates the review of the UK-EU Trade and Cooperation Agreement, ahead of the Adjustment Period on fisheries ending in 2026.

Submissions to the Call for Evidence can be made to: secretariat@fisheriesappg.org

The Call for Evidence will remain open until Friday 9 May, 2025.

Mr Carmichael said:

“The fishing industry is part of the fabric of our coasts and islands. The future of this industry depends on a future fisheries deal with the EU that can support a viable and prosperous fishing community for years and indeed decades to come. 

“This must be a priority for the government. We know that it is for our European counterparts, and we know that our counterparts are clear on their industry’s priorities. It is in our hands to drive the agenda and push the government to take our needs seriously.

“That is why the All-Party Parliamentary Group on Fisheries is seeking views of the industry and the wider community on future fishing arrangements. I would encourage everyone with an interest to take part so that we get a wide range of evidence and opinion – that is how we make the strongest possible case in Parliament going forward.”