Shrimps
Shrimp Populations in the North West
NWIFCA are investigating reports that the number and size of shrimps in the district have been declining. We are gathering information on the current and historical population of shrimps to help us understand the cause of this change. To do this, we would like to speak to stakeholders involved in the fishery to get a wide range of data and views.
If you fish for shrimp commercially, or recreationally, we are looking for your input
Do you fish for shrimps in the North West? Are you involved in processing shrimps?
Have you seen a change in the shrimp populations or supply of shrimp in the North West?
If so, we would like your input.
How to get involved
Option 1: Fill out the questionnaire
If you would like to be involved, please fill out the relevant questionnaire. There are two questionnaires, one for shrimp fishers, and one for processors.
If you both fish AND process shrimps, please fill out both questionnaires. The deadline for completion is December 12th 2024.
| How are you involved in the shrimp fishery? | Questionnaire |
| I am a shrimp fisher | Shrimp fisher questionnaire |
| I am a shrimp processor | Shrimp processor questionnaire |
| I process AND fish shrimp | (please answer both questionnaires above) |
Option 2: Arrange a call
You can arrange to speak with a member of the team by emailing [email protected] or calling 01524 727 970
All stakeholders who call us directly will be asked to answer the questionnaire when speaking with officers. The deadline for completion is December 12th 2024.
What will we do with the results?
All answers to the questionnaire and issues raised with officers will be confidential. The results of the questionnaire will be presented anonymously to the Authority and as part of a wider report on the status of shrimp populations. This report and the results will be made available on the website.
The aim of the report will be to highlight areas for further research to better understand the reason for the decline in shrimp.
Use of your data
Why have we asked for your name or contact details in the questionnaire if it is anonymous?
For the consultation to be fair to all stakeholders, we want to reduce the risk of any individual submitting multiple questionnaire responses. Your name and contact details are taken to ensure you contribute only once to the consultation. It also allows officers to contact you regarding the results or further research, should you agree.