Summary
The Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs (DAERA) is consulting on proposals to prohibit the fishing for and selling edible crab which has recently cast its shell (soft-shelled edible crab) and the sale and buying of edible crab for non human consumption uses.
Consultation description
A Synopsis of responses received and Departmental response to the Consultation on proposals to prohibit the landing and sale of Soft Shelled Edible (Brown) Crab is now available at the link below.
Synopsis of responses received and Departmental response
Ways to respond
Consultation closed — responses are no longer being accepted.