Government appoints new board to advise on recreational fisheries

The body is expected to bring forward a series of recommendations focussing on three key areas

Government has commissioned a new board to recommend sustainable management practices for recreational fisheries.

Replacing the Manx Anglers' Forum, it will advise the Department of Environment, Food and Agriculture on safeguarding natural resources.

The Recreational Fisheries Board will also review restocking rivers, propose freshwater system reforms, and enhance fish migration.

Clare Barber is the DEFA minister: