About SCFF
Creel boats make up 74% of Scotland’s inshore
commercial fishing fleet and generated around £38.1 million for the Scottish
Economy in 2012 (Marine Scotland analytical unit figures). Despite this the
Scottish inshore creel fishing sector has historically been overlooked and
underrepresented at a policy making level. This changed on the 13th of September
2012 in Inverness when the Scottish Creel Fishermen’s Federation was formed,
giving creelers the chance to unite and make their voices heard at a national
level. Ten Fishermen’s Associations from around Scotland’s coast make up the
Federation and SCFF aims to raise its profile and accessibility to all inshore
creelers.The formation of SCFF has been welcomed by Marine Scotland, and many
community groups. We look forward to engaging with these bodies and others to
promote the creel fishing industry, sell our world class products, and ensure
Scotland’s inshore fisheries are well managed, economically and environmentally
sustainable.
The formation of the SCFF would not have been possible without the hard work and
support of many people, we would like to thank Marine Scotland for their
invaluable contribution towards facilitating the formation of the SCFF.
SCFF Office Bearers
Alasdair Hughson Chair
Alistair Sinclair National Co-ordinator
James Cook Treasurer
Peter Johnston Outreach officer
Bally Philip Outreach officer
For any queries regarding the SCFF or information on how to join please
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