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Motion · S6M-08980 · 16 May 2023

Shetland Winners at Annual Fishing News Awards

Lodged by Beatrice Wishart Standard Motion 15 supporters

The motion

That the Parliament congratulates Shetland’s inshore fishing sector on two wins at the 2023 Fishing News Awards, which was held in Aberdeen on 11 May 2023; understands that the annual awards event is dedicated to recognising achievement, innovation and success in the UK and Irish commercial fishing industry; congratulates Shetland Shellfish Management Organisation (SSMO) on winning the Sustainability Award and Shetland skipper, Richard Grains, on being awarded Under 10m Fisherman of the Year; understands that Mr Grains operates in waters regulated by the SSMO and has been working creels since he entered the industry more than 15 years ago; commends the hard work by Mr Grains, who, it understands, fishes in exposed waters to the northwest of Shetland, and by all at SSMO, to support sustainable fishing; believes that by recognising SSMO and Mr Grains, the awards acknowledge the importance of local decision-making and community within the fishing industry, and wishes Mr Grains and all at SSMO well.

Supporters (15)

Source: the Scottish Parliament motions and amendments record.