Are you interested in seafood, marine life or general flora and fauna or just looking to brighten up your kitchen, restaurant or café walls? Then why not buy one or ideally several of our wall charts. They also make ideal gifts and can be used for educational purposes. Please view
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Fish Market Modernisation – GFDE have been awarded grant money from two sources, Yorkshire Forward and the European Fisheries Fund. They are now working with North East Lincolnshire Council to finalise the bids for equipment prior to work commencing. The delay is frustrating for all especially when so much time
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The FMA like many other companies and organisations were surprised that the Court of Appeal overturned the original High Court decision in respect of the Seafish Levy. We believe that Seafish do a very good job in supporting and representing the UK Seafood Industry therefore we are delighted with the
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Grimsby Fish Market is suffering from a downturn in Icelandic supply; 30% year on year. The Icelandic Government is taking strict measures to retain fish for domestic processing which in turn create jobs, something that Iceland needs. There is however a fine balance as whole fish exports to Grimsby brings
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The FMA and the Humber Seafood Institute are pleased that a new and exciting apprenticeship programme is to be piloted. A successful bid for funding has been approved and £50,000 allocated to run a 6 months pilot programme. It is hoped this will commence by the end of the year.
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The FMA is working with North East Lincolnshire Environmental Control and Enforcement to ensure that all fish processing premises are inspected to guarantee compliance. Fish merchants’ must take responsibility for their waste disposal and make sure that the areas adjacent their premises are not neglected.
Unfortunately a minority of fish
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Since its launch in March 2008 many companies have successfully gained accreditation; several have gone on to achieve BRC accreditation.
The Whitefish Processors Code of Practice will help to drive higher standards in the processing industry and will help to secure its long term future. The consumer wants to know
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The port estate has at long last a regular waste disposal contractor Environmental Expressions of Grimsby. Daily they collect free of charge polystyrene, cardboard and pallets. Other waste streams are collected on a commercial basis. They are assisted by people on community service. This arrangement is working very well with
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A career in the fish processing industry can be rewarding and very worthwhile. The popular perception is one of working long hours in drab conditions; the industry is moving forward. Seafood is popular and sales are growing. Seafood has a very important place in the food chain.
Opportunities exist in
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Grants are available but the amounts and the criteria are forever changing.
Professional advice can be obtained from the following:
North East Lincolnshire Council,
Department of Regeneration,
David Robinson, 01472 324605
david.robinson@nelincs.gov.uk
Richard Coombe, Regional Grant Advisor,
T:01875 611070
M:07966 764 154
E: r_coombe@seafish.co.uk
Lindsay Knight,
Business Development Advice Ltd,
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