Sandeel fishing - proposed closure: consultation analysis

Analysis report on the responses to the consultation on proposals to close fishing for sandeel in all Scottish waters. The public consultation ran from 21 July 2023 to 13 October 2023.


Appendix 1: Consultation questions

The full list of consultation questions can be found below:

Question 1: Do you support the preferred option to close fishing for sandeel in all

Scottish waters?

Question 2: If your answer is no to question 1. do you have any views on alternative or complementary measures that could be considered in the longer-term for the protection of sandeel in Scottish waters (please see the SEA Environmental Report for alternatives)?

Question 3: Is there any further evidence that should be considered in terms of the

potential benefits or value of the preferred option that could be considered?

Question 4: Is there any further evidence that should be considered to demonstrate any impact on island communities?

Question 5: Do you have any comments on the assumptions made in the partial

Business and Regulatory Impact Assessments (BRIA) concerning the costs and

benefits of the option?

Question 6: Do you have any comments on the SEA Environmental Report

Contact

Email: sandeelconsultation@gov.scot

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