Barrie Rickards’ Angling
What are non-native species? Asks Professor Barrie Rickards who is still deeply involved with angling politics in spite of saying he would give up at 55
The Moran Committee Backs ECHO
Angling groups act to halt illegal fish imports by lobbying for tougher legislation
Irish Fish Stocks in Critical State
Cod stocks could take up to eight years to recover even if fishing were to cease immediately claims the Marine Institute
Barbaric Bastards!
Fens predator specialist Chris Bishop sees the worst sight he has ever seen in pike fishing and FM asks, how much of this sort of thing goes on that we don't know about?
Crayfish ‘Northern Stronghold’ Under Threat
Red Signal crayfish, the alien invaders, are threatening the last stronghold of our own indigenous species, say Environment Agency
Barbed Vs Barbless Hooks
COMMENT from Professor Barrie Rickards with strong opinion about barbless hooks - "Non-anglers who introduce 'barbless only' rules, or force them through conservationist bodies, should be shot."
Detectives Appeal for Help
Detectives are appealing for help in identifying a heavily decomposed body found in the Harold Hill area - "Have you seen anything or have any information that could help?" Police ask anglers
Information on Freshwater Eel Migration Wanted
Is it true that eels travel overland? Kevin Thornton investigates - and you can help
Mystery Noise is a Fish Fart
"It sounds like a high-pitched raspberry," says scientist, as herrings let off rippers to keep in touch in the dark - New Scientist
Are Perch the new Barbel?
Professor David Bumblebee, bsD looks at the most popular target fish of specialist anglers and asks, "will perch take over from barbel?"
