St Helena Government has announced the start of a comprehensive review of the island’s fishing sector. The review will cover several key areas, including policy and strategic management, licensing and regulatory frameworks, food security and affordability for residents, the state and safety of the current fishing fleet, infrastructure needs, cold chain logistics, processing standards, quality assurance measures, market access for exports, governance structures, institutional roles, and sustainable management of marine resources.
A fisheries review task group will be established with defined terms of reference to oversee the process. Members of the public seeking more information are advised to contact SHG Portfolio Directors Darren Duncan or Damian Burns via their official email addresses.