The Environment Agency’s Annual Fishery Report 2023-24 has been published, giving insight into how your fishing license funds are put to work.
Here's the Catch:
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£22.5 million+ invested
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478,937 fish stocked into rivers and stillwaters.
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43,224 new faces introduced to angling
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Habitat enhancements and development
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Robust alliances with the likes of the Angling Trust and Wild Trout Trust.
The report highlights the ripple effect of fishing license sales. The funds have been diligently invested in worthwhile and lasting areas. Some of the key areas are:
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Elevate fish habitats: Crafting prime breeding and feeding zones for our finned friends.
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Amplify fish stocks: Replenishing our rivers and lakes to maintain the ebb and flow of populations.
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Tackle illegal fishing: Safeguarding our fisheries with a mix of enforcement and awareness.
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Nurture partnerships: Teaming up with organisations to cast a wider net of impact.
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Promoting angling: Spurring more folks to reel in the joy of the sport and its perks.
When you buy a fishing license, you're casting a line of support to the vitality and longevity of the UK's fisheries and the longevity of our beloved past time. This investment ensures that future generations can bait, cast, and reel in the magic of the sport within the benefits of nature.
Jenni Balmer, who is deputy director of Nature Recovery at the EA, said: “We have used this income to achieve more by working in partnership with multiple organisations."
“This is essential to our being able to deliver benefits for fishing and fisheries across England.”
You can view the full report here
