North Western IFCA

15/10/2026

The autumn edition of IFCA Insights is now published!

IFCA Insights is the Association of IFCAs’ quarterly newsletter, designed to better connect and communicate the work carried out across England’s ten IFCAs.

In this edition the newsletter highlights:

· AIFCA's work to improve recruitment of IFCA members

· Collaborative programmes such as the Rays of Tope project and the Tuna Trace project

· The AIFCA’s new National Training Manager, Sam Dell

· The launch of AIFCA's Annual Report 2025-26

· …And much more

These newsletters will be released Quarterly, with the next edition in December.

CLICK HERE TO SEE OUR OCTOBER NEWSLETTER The Association of IFCAs is excited to release our October edition of IFCA Insights. IFCA Insights is designed to better connect and communicate the work carried out across England’s ten IFCAs. The Association of IFCAs represents the ten IFCAs in England an...

14/10/2026

🌊 This morning, NWIFCA officers were out on the sands at Pilling carrying out the monthly collection of cockle and mussel samples for Wyre Council.

Regular sampling plays an important role in monitoring shellfish quality and helps ensure that local shellfish beds continue to be managed responsibly.

08/10/2026

Following a busy summer of increased activity, NWIFCA officers have continued regular patrols along the north Wirral coastline as part of Op Wistful, supporting the ongoing enforcement of Byelaw 2 – North Wirral Foreshore Bivalve Molluscs.

During patrols, officers have identified a range of offences and non-compliance. A proportionate approach has been taken, with responses ranging from education, advice and guidance to verbal warnings and, where necessary, further investigation with a view to potential prosecution.

The ongoing presence of officers helps to monitor activity across the fishery, reinforce the closure and support compliance with the byelaw.

07/10/2026

🔷 We invite you to join us for the final workshop as part of the Shrimp Environment Assessment Study (SEAS) project.

🔷 Fishers, regulators, and researchers will come together to discuss the findings from the project investigating the decline of Morecambe Bay’s brown shrimp and what it means for the future of the fishery.

🔷 The workshop will be held in Victoria Hall in Grange-over-Sands on the 26 October from 9:30am – 4:00pm. Lunch will be provided.

🔷 You don’t have to stay for the whole day – feel free to drop in and attend for as long as you can.

🔷 This is an open meeting where everyone is invited to join, reimbursement may be available for commercial fishers (please contact the office to discuss).

We invite you to join us for the final workshop as part of the Shrimp Environment Assessment Study (SEAS) project. Fishers, regulators, and researchers will come together to discuss the findings from the project investigating the decline of Morecambe Bay’s brown shrimp and what it means for the f...

06/10/2026

🌊 Could you be our next Inshore Fisheries and Conservation Officer?

We’re looking for someone to join our team at our Whitehaven office on a full-time, fixed-term contract until March 2030.

Interested? Find out more about the role and how to apply via the link below.

North Western IFCA is recruting for a fixed-term Inshore Fisheries and Conservation Officer (IFCO) to join our Whitehaven office.

25/09/2026

🌊 Interested in joining our Science Team?

Don’t forget, applications for our Science Officer maternity cover position close soon!

📍 Based at our Carnforth office
⏰ Full-time, 1-year fixed-term contract
📅 Closing date: Wednesday 30th September

Find out more about the role and how to apply via the link.

NWIFCA is one of ten Inshore Fisheries and Conservation Authorities in England. We are responsible for the sustainable management of sea fisheries resources within the inshore waters, and along the coast, of North West England. In managing these fisheries, we balance the needs of fishing communities...

23/09/2026

📢 Reminder to Byelaw 4 Permit Holders

📅 Current Byelaw 4 permits expire on Wednesday 30th September.

22/09/2026

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the North Western IFCA as a Fisheries Manager on a fixed term contract until March 2030.

Please click on the link for further information.

Fisheries Manager Employer: North Western Inshore Fisheries and Conservation Authority (NWIFCA) Location: Head Office (Carnforth) Contract: Fixed-term until March 2030, full-time (37 hours per week) Starting Salary: £48,738-£55,224 (subject to future pay increments and pay awards); Local Governmen...

16/09/2026

This morning, Enforcement Officers from Barrow and Science Officers from Carnforth witnessed this stunning double rainbow while working in Morecambe Bay.

09/09/2026

📢 We're recruiting!

NWIFCA is looking for a Science Officer to join our team on a one-year fixed-term maternity cover contract. The role is full-time and based at our Carnforth office.

To find out more about the position and how to apply, please click the link below.

NWIFCA is one of ten Inshore Fisheries and Conservation Authorities in England. We are responsible for the sustainable management of sea fisheries resources within the inshore waters, and along the coast, of North West England. In managing these fisheries, we balance the needs of fishing communities...