News / More fish research cash
THE SCOTTISH government is pumping a further £150,000 in developing the science surrounding the fishing industry.
The money is going to the newly created Fishing Industry Science Alliance (FISA) to support research that delivers more sustainable and effective fisheries.
FISA will decide on funding applications for projects that further scientific knowledge of Scottish fisheries – including studies into uses of new types of fishing gear, information gathering where stock data is poor, and developing sustainable catch strategies for inshore fishing.
A steering group will be announced in the coming weeks, which will request and decide on applications for FISA funding.
The steering group will be set up by the Fisheries Management and Conservation Group (FMAC) set up by the government last year to encourage partnership working between scientists, conservationists, the government and fishermen.
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