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IFCA Insights: October 2026 Newsletter
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 and through our newsletter we aim to showcase and highlight the innovation, dedication and impact of...
The AIFCA Annual Delivery Report 2025-26 is Released
The AIFCA Annual Report outlines the AIFCA's principal activities and achievements during the financial year 2025/26 and reports progress against the priorities set out in the Annual Delivery Plan. The year was characterised by a significant increase in national programme delivery, continued pressure on IFCA resources, and a growing need to demonstrate clearly the value of locally accountable...
New Vacancy: Inshore Fisheries and Conservation Officer (IFCO) – NWIFCA
New Vacancy: Fisheries Manager – NWIFCA
North Western IFCA has an exciting new job opportunity as a Fisheries Manager on a fixed-term contract until March 2030. Role: Fisheries Manager Location: Head Office (Carnforth) Contract: Fixed-term until March 2030, full-time (37 hours per week) Starting Salary:...
AIFCA welcomes Sam Dell as National Training Manager
The Association of IFCAs is pleased to welcome Sam Dell as its new National Training Manager, bringing extensive experience in marine and fisheries enforcement, with a career spanning maritime, compliance and enforcement. Sam joins AIFCA following more than 15 years...
New Vacancy: Science Officer – NWIFCA
North Western IFCA is recruiting for a Science Officer on a 1 year fixed term contract (maternity cover). More details below. Role: Science Officer – 1 Year Fixed Term (Maternity Cover) Location: Carnforth Office Contract: 1 Year Fixed Term (Maternity Cover) Full-time...
Become an IFCA Member: Watch our New Animations to Find Out More
Help shape the future of our seas and become an IFCA Member. The Inshore Fisheries and Conservation Authorities (IFCAs) are looking for passionate individuals to become IFCA Members, helping to balance marine conservation, sustainable fisheries and the needs of...
New Vacancy: Chief Executive Officer – Eastern IFCA
Location: Hybrid working (the Authority’s premises, primarily King’s Lynn, home working and deployment within the district, including on Authority vessels where required) Hours: Normally 37 hours per week. As the Authority’s Chief Executive Officer, you will be...
New Vacancy: Senior Inshore Fisheries and Conservation Officer (Skipper) – Sussex IFCA
Closing Date: Monday 31 August 2026 Interviews will be held in the week commencing 14 September in person, in Shoreham-by-Sea, West Sussex, BN43 6RE Sussex IFCA is seeking an experienced maritime professional to join the Authority as a Senior Inshore Fisheries and...
How IFCAs are Preparing, Responding and Adapting to Changing Inshore Fisheries – SAGB Conference
New Vacancy: Inshore Fisheries and Conservation Officer (Intelligence) – North Western IFCA
North Western IFCA is recruiting another new post, this time as their Inshore Fisheries and Conservation Officer (Intelligence), to be based at their Head Office in Carnforth, Lancashire. Role: IFCO (Intel). Location: Head Office (Carnforth) Contract: Permanent;...
IFCA Insights: July 2026 Newsletter
CLICK HERE TO SEE OUR JULY NEWSLETTER The Association of IFCAs is excited to release our July 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...
New Vacancies: Eastern IFCA is Hiring for 4 New Posts
Eastern Inshore Fisheries and Conservation Authority (Eastern IFCA) is recruiting a number of exciting roles across science, enforcement and policy. Covering the coasts of Lincolnshire, Norfolk and Suffolk, EIFCA manage inshore fisheries and protect the marine...
Marking 15 Years of IFCAs and Celebrating Inshore and Small-Scale Fisheries at Alnwick Castle, Northumberland
On the 1st of July 2026, the Association of IFCAs (AIFCA) and IFCAs across the country came together for a ‘national day’ to mark the 15-year anniversary since the inception of IFCAs in 2011. The event was also held to recognise the value and specific needs of...
New Vacancy: IFCO/Dee Estuary Cockle Fishery Management Officer – NWIFCA/NRW
North Western IFCA is seeking to recruit a Dee Estuary Cockle Fishery Management Officer / IFCO. This is a unique and exciting opportunity to work at the heart of one of the most important cockle fisheries in the UK. The successful candidate will be employed by NWIFCA...
Celebrating 15 Years of IFCAs: Story 7 – Drone Technology for Fisheries Science and Enforcement
2026 marks 15 years of IFCAs. To celebrate this milestone, we’ll be sharing stories that highlight the impact, progress and achievements of IFCAs over the past decade and a half. Story 8: Using Drone Technology to Strengthen Fisheries Science and Enforcement Across...
New Vacancy: IFCA Training Manager – AIFCA
The Association of IFCAs is seeking an experienced and dynamic Training Manager to lead the development and delivery of a national training programme supporting Inshore Fisheries and Conservation Authorities (IFCAs) across England. This is a unique opportunity to play...
Association of IFCAs Launches New Film ‘Conserve’ on World Oceans Day
To mark World Oceans Day on June 8th, the Association of Inshore Fisheries and Conservation Authorities (AIFCA) is proud to launch its latest film, Conserve, showcasing how IFCAs work to protect sensitive species and habitats in England’s inshore Marine Protected...
The AIFCA Annual Plan 2026-27 is Released
The Association of IFCAs would like to announce the release of its Annual Plan. This Annual Delivery Plan sets out the priorities, activities and outcomes for the AIFCA for the 2026–2027 financial year. The Plan builds on the established structure of the 2025–2026...
Celebrating 15 Years of IFCAs: Story 6 – Adaptive Management for Changing Seas
2026 marks 15 years of IFCAs and we continue to share stories that highlight the impact, progress and achievements of IFCAs over the past decade and a half. Story 7: Adaptive Management for Changing Seas IFCAs have been leading the way through their approach to...
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