TCA arbitration judges rule that UK sandeel fishery can stay closed – though both sides claim victory in dispute; UK industry leaders and ministers fly the flag at Seafood Expo Global in Barcelona; bluefin licensing decisions paused ahead of FN public meeting in Newlyn; and French trawler skipper found guilty in first MPA byelaw prosecution. Plus: win-win in trials of lower-impact scallop gear, the history of the 52-year-old Moyuna and the little-known Palmer’s yard, and the industry gears up for the #Fish24 social media campaign on 15 May – take part and help to celebrate UK fishing!

TCA arbitration judges rule that UK sandeel fishery can stay closed – though both sides claim victory in dispute; UK industry leaders and ministers fly the flag at Seafood Expo Global in Barcelona; bluefin licensing decisions paused ahead of FN public meeting in Newlyn; and French trawler skipper found guilty in first MPA byelaw prosecu....