Sep 7th, 2021
3 mins
The Marine Management Organisation (MMO) has opened four funding rounds for applications to help support the fishing and seafood sector in England.
The time-limited competitive rounds, which are being delivered by MMO on behalf of Defra under the £6.1 million Fisheries and Seafood Scheme (FaSS), will match fund projects that deliver sustainable growth in the catching, processing and aquaculture sectors, and that conserve, enhance and support the recovery of the marine environment. They consist of:
- Grants for projects that support businesses trading in Live Bivalve Molluscs (LBMs).
- Grants for projects that contribute towards protecting the marine environment.
- Grants for projects that deliver world class science and technological advancements.
- Grants for projects that support or enhance the recreational sea fishing sector.
Launching the funding rounds, Fisheries Minister Victoria Prentis said:
“The Fisheries and Seafood Scheme is an important part of our ongoing commitment to support the seafood industry as it accesses new opportunities outside of the EU. The funding will help create a sustainable and successful future for the catching, processing and aquaculture sectors.”
“These four funding rounds will support shellfish businesses adapt to new trading conditions, help fishermen safeguard our marine ecosystems, support world-class science and boost our recreational angling sector. I encourage all eligible businesses to apply.”
This time-limited competitive funding round is available to businesses and organisations based in England engaged with recreational sea fishing, public bodies and local authorities that focus on fishing and aquaculture activities, universities, research institutes and NGOs. Individual anglers are not eligible.
The closing date for submissions is 6 October 2021. A review panel will be convened in late October to assess and score projects against the funding round criteria.
For more information about the scheme, please click here.
