| Author (Corporate) | European Commission: DG Communication |
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| Series Title | Press Release |
| Series Details | IP/06/1198 (15.9.06) |
| Publication Date | 15/09/2006 |
| Content Type | News |
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The European Commission has adopted a Communication outlining the principles which it intends to follow when setting annual fishing opportunities for 2007. As usual, these proposals will be based on the most recent scientific advice when it becomes available in October 2006. The overall guiding aim is to attain sustainability in all fisheries, in which European fishermen are involved, in line with the objectives of the Common Fisheries Policy. Common principles are therefore proposed according to the conservation needs of the fish stocks concerned while keeping in mind the need for equity with regard to stakeholders and fishing communities. A gradual but sustained approach would be applied except in cases where more stringent measures are urgently required. The Communication is part of the Commission’s efforts to improve consultation on European fisheries management as set out in its earlier Communication of 24 May 2006. This exercise, which the Commission intends to repeat each spring, will provide much more time for consultation before Council makes its final decision on fishing possibilities in December. |
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| Countries / Regions | Europe |
