Background information
Why is the scheme being introduced ?
The Fisheries Accreditation Scheme has been introduced to encourage fishery managers to take responsibility for the proactive management of their fisheries. In doing so, they will greatly improve the quality of the sport fishing by enhancing the habitat, water quality and the other aquatic components of the fish’s environment.
This might sound daunting but, with a good fishery management plan, it should prove to be quite straightforward. The benefits to anglers, as well as the natural environment, will be readily apparent.
The Scheme will drive forward improvements and provide an accreditation framework for fisheries standards in the UK. This not only provides a recognised accreditation for the fisheries; it will also offer peace of mind that the water quality, fish health and biosecurity of the fishery are all to the acceptable standards for the fish therein.
The benefits this scheme will bring:
- Biosecurity
- Good fish health
- Enhanced water quality
- Improved sport
- Less predation
- Accountability
- More diverse habitat
- Increased biodiversity
- Better business