32 Amendments of Guido MILANA related to 2011/2290(INI)
Amendment 41 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 1
Paragraph 1
1. Considers that the common fisheries policy (wild fisheries and aquaculture sector) needs a thorough and ambitious reform if the EU is to lay the foundations of a socio-economically viable andensure the long-term environmentally sustainable fisheries industry in the Unionility, which is a prerequisite for securing the economic and social viability of the EU fishing sector;
Amendment 53 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 3
Paragraph 3
3. Believes that incentives should be offered to those who fish sustainably using environment-friendly fishingally sustainable, low impact and selective fishing gears and methods, in order to ensure positivethe widespread use of such fishing practices;
Amendment 61 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 4
Paragraph 4
4. Is convinced that the reform of the CFP must establish the right instruments to support an ecosystem-based fisheries management; believes, therefore, that the multiannual management plans must take account of such an ecosystemic approach; , to this end, in order to secure the reversal of the collapse of the fishing sector, and to conserve living aquatic resources and marine ecosystems, and as part of a precautionary approach, Member States shall establish a coherent network of fish stock recovery areas, in which all fishing activities are prohibited, including areas important for fish productivity, in particular nursery grounds, spawning grounds and feeding grounds for fish stocks. Member States shall identify and designate as many sites as are necessary to establish the coherent network of fish stock recovery areas amounting to between 10% and 20% of territorial waters in each Member State and shall notify the Commission of these sites. The establishment of the sites shall be gradual over time.
Amendment 66 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 5
Paragraph 5
5. Supports the management of fisheries resources on the basis of MSY by 2015, meaning by MSY "the average or maximum catch that can be removed under existing environmental conditions, over an indefinite period, without causing the stock to be depleted, assuming that removals and natural mortality are balanced by stable recruitment and growth", in order to phase out overfishing and achieve sustainable stock conservation;
Amendment 72 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 6
Paragraph 6
Amendment 93 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 8 a (new)
Paragraph 8 a (new)
8 a. Believes necessary, in order to achieve a gradual elimination of discards, to stress the difference between discards and bycatch, the former intended as the portion of the total catch which is dumped or thrown overboard at sea (they are generally considered a waste of fish resources and inconsistent with responsible fisheries); the latter as the total catch of non-target animals (in multispecies/multigear fisheries bycatch generally refers to that part of the catch that should not have been caught, while in specific fisheries includes catching no- target species and size, protected, endangered or threatened species, juveniles fish and organisms for which there is no intended use). In this aim it will be important to have a differentiated management approach.
Amendment 100 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 9
Paragraph 9
9. Believes that a bagradual elimination onf discards should only be put in place ifbe accompanied by technical measures to reduce unwanted bycatch and incentives to encourage selective fishing practices, provided the ecosystem balance is maintained; priority should go to avoiding unwanted catches in the first place, rather than finding ways to market them; also stresses the importance of stakeholder engagement and careful design of the landing obligation, in order not to shift from unwanted fish in the sea to unwanted fish on land;
Amendment 106 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 10
Paragraph 10
10. Stresses the need for more scientific researchto strengthen and to finance scientific research through the EMFF, in order to develop tackle and fishing techniques in such a way as to avoid bycatches of non-targeted species and promote other sustainable fishing methods; underlines the importance of addressing the management of mixed fisheries to this end;
Amendment 110 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 10 a (new)
Paragraph 10 a (new)
10 a. Calls on the Commission to conduct pilot projects aimed at the improvement of gear selectivity on a regional fishery, by the end of 2014. The results that emerge shall be included in the long-term management plan of each fishery in the form of the compulsory use of the most selective gear available.
Amendment 119 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 13
Paragraph 13
13. Notes the difficulty of applying such a measure in the Mediterranean, given the existence of mixed fisheries, specific fishing practices and specific climatic and geological conditions; believes that further consultations are needed to tackle the difficulties linked to establishing the infrastructure for collecting and processing the bycatch as proposed by the Commission; calls for further measures to reduce the catch of juveniles and discourage the catch and the market inof juveniles;
Amendment 126 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 14
Paragraph 14
14. Expresses its doubts over the proposals relating to the market in bycatches, and stresses that, in case of implementation, adequate safeguards should be provided in order to avoid the emergence of a parallel market that would paradoxically encourage fishermen to increase their catch;
Amendment 139 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 16
Paragraph 16
16. Asks the Commission to assisfinancially support Member States in offsetting the diverse socio- economic consequences of adopting a discards ban;
Amendment 163 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 21
Paragraph 21
21. Stresses the importance ofneed to involvinge fishermen, as well as all stakeholders, alongside scientists in contributing to the collection and analysis of information and the active development of research partnerships;
Amendment 165 #
Motion for a resolution
Subheading 3
Subheading 3
II - Socio-economic and enviromental sustainability
Amendment 171 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 22
Paragraph 22
22. Notes that the proposal to introduce ‘Transferable Fishing Concessions’ (TFCs), contained in the basic regulation, raises concerns regarding the concentration and creation of monopolies; stresses that in a number of countries transferable fishing rights have allowed fishing capacity to be reduced, which is commendable; emphasises, however, that adequate safeguards would need to be introduced in order to protectas sole mean to solve overcapacity, could create anti-competitive, speculative and concentration practices. As shown by some studies and market analyses on concessions of fishing, as well as direct experience of some MS that have already introduced the system of TFCs, there is a direct correlation between the introduction of the TFCs and the increase of concentration of fishing rights in the hands of few traders, and the consequent rise in the prices of fishery products. Stresses that in a number of countries transferable fishing rights have allowed fishing capacity to be reduced, but mainly at the expense of the small-scale and coastal fishing, which is the most economically endangered part of the industry but also that providing most of the jobs and economic activity in coastal regions; . Stresses furthermore serious doubts on the implementation of such a quota-based system in the mediterranean sea.
Amendment 188 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 23
Paragraph 23
23. Believes that such a measure should offer priority access to those who fish in a socially and environmentally responsible way; believes that TFCsfollowing the principle of fisheries resources conservation, if a system of concessions is introduced: - should be a territorial use rights or concession - should be on a voluntary basis, taking into account, in implementing the concessions system, of the principle of concurrent jurisdiction, considering that the TCFs system has to do with how to allocate the economic fishing oppotunities in order to organize the common market within the European Union; - should be not transferable; - should be managed by the State, which will establish the appropriate safeguard measures in order to compensate the consequences of the introduction of such a system on the employment; - should offer priority access to those who fish in a socially and environmentally responsible way; - should offer safeguard measures for the coastal and artisanal fisheries, starting from a common small scale fisheries definition; - should not be the only measuresole mean proposed for reducing overcapacity, and that a Member State should be exempted from the obligation to introduce TFCs if it achieves the necessary capacity reduction without their use;but should be accompanied by other actions aiming to the same purpose; - should take into account the difficult implementation of the TFCs system in those seas where the quota system almost doesn't exist.
Amendment 196 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 23 a (new)
Paragraph 23 a (new)
23 a. Stresses that when allocating individual fishing opportunities a Member State shall give priority access to fishing vessels that fulfil transparent and objective criteria. The transparent criteria will be set by the Council and the Parliament, will be made publicly available and will include but not be limited to: (a) the employment of more selective fishing methods, gears and practices with low by-catch and low impact on the marine ecosystem; (b) have a good record of compliance with the rules of the Common Fisheries Policy and with respecting catch and/or fishing effort limits designated by scientific advice (c) ensure increased, good quality employment, provided that this does not have negative environmental impacts; (d) the use of vessels and fishing methods that have low fuel emissions and are energy efficient; and (e) the use of video surveillance or an equivalent electronic monitoring equipment, (f) working conditions that comply with relevant international standards, notably the 2007 ILO Work in Fishing Convention.
Amendment 219 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 26
Paragraph 26
26. Believes strongly that the reformed CFP must not be removed from the socio- economic and environmental context in which it exists; considers that the fisheries and aquaculture sectors must be seen as important direct and indirect sources of job creation in our maritime regions, which underpin their economy as a whole;. To this end the CFP should contribute to enhance the standard of living of the communities depending on fisheries, granting better working standards for fishermen, in particular through compliance with the health and safety legislation and of the rules established by the collective labour agreements
Amendment 223 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 28
Paragraph 28
28. Considers that the fisheries sector can remain sustainable onlywhen a balance between socio-economic and environmental aspects will be found and if there are sufficient and adequately trained and skilled workers; b.Believes that in order to achieve this, careers in fishing need to remain attractive and standards of qualifications and training need to meet international and European requirements; calls on the Commission to promote proper training and mandatory education schemes in best practice in different areas of the sector, since this will attract young people and help create a competitive and eco- friendly fisheries and sustainable aquaculture sector;
Amendment 237 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 30 a (new)
Paragraph 30 a (new)
30 a. Believes that a clear distinction between employed fisherman and shipowner would be appropriate, in order to avoid confusion about the implementation and the impact of certain measures on the different actors involved in the fisheries sector.
Amendment 239 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 30 b (new)
Paragraph 30 b (new)
30 b. Believes that the proposal for a Regulation on the CFP reform, should be interpreted by taking into account the provisions of the Regulation on the European Maritime and Fisheries Fund regarding the improvement of working and living conditions, training and safety for workers in the fisheries sector.
Amendment 242 #
Motion for a resolution
Subheading 5
Subheading 5
III - Regionalisation and multi-annual plans
Amendment 248 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 31 b (new)
Paragraph 31 b (new)
31 b. Believes that the reform should be an opportunity to significantly move towards a renewed cooperation between the scientific community, industry and social partners, in orde to implement the process of regionalization.
Amendment 255 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 32
Paragraph 32
32. Believes that as far as regionalisation is concerned, the key response is good governance, which means a bottom-up approach; stresses that clear and simple rules must be established at the appropriate level, thus increasing compliance; also strongly believes that the Regional Advisory Councils (RACs) promotwith a wider representation and more responsibilities should further promote the dialogue and cooperation between stakeholders and should contributeing actively tobefore the establishing of Long Term Mthe multi-annual management Pplans;
Amendment 266 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 33
Paragraph 33
33. Believes, more generally, that the role of the RACs should be strengthened; in this respect, urges the Commission to table a new proposal aimed at strengthening the participation of stakeholders and small- scale fisheries, thus leading to genuine regionalisation in the CFP; welcomes, in this regard, the Commission's proposal to set up a Black Sea Advisory Council and the Advisory Council for Aquaculture.Their composition should be established according to the ordinary legislative procedure and the Art. 43.2 of TFEU. ;
Amendment 268 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 33
Paragraph 33
33. Believes, more generally, that the role of the RACs should be strengthened; in this respect, urges the Commission to table a new proposal aimed at strengthening the participation of stakeholders and small- scale fisheristresses that the RACs should promote a balanced representation of all stakeholders, including representatives from all segments of the fishing sector, the processing industry, scientists, local authorities, NGOs, control agencies and civil society representatives, thus leading to genuine regionalisation in the CFP; welcomes, in this regard, the Commission's proposal to set up a Black Sea Advisory Council;
Amendment 278 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 34
Paragraph 34
34. Stresses that an ambitious and real reform of the CFP can only be successful if sufficient financial means are available for the next ten years, in order to support all the reform measures and tackle the socio- economic and environmental problems that may occur;
Amendment 280 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 34 b (new)
Paragraph 34 b (new)
34 b. Believes that the principle of coherence is a key theme for the Union. Each sector policy must, in fact, be in harmony with all other sectorial policies and spirit of the treaties. The external dimension of the CFP, in particular, should prove to be consistent with five other EU sectorial policies of equal importance: 1. trade policy; 2. policy development; 3. environmental policy; 4. maritime policy; 5. the Neighbourhood Policy. To this end asks the Commission, having delegated executive tasks related to the CFP, to enhance a dialogue and a greater participation among the various DG's. Because of its unique cross-border nature, the external dimension of the CFP necessarily imply a greater involvement of institutional actors dealing with other relevant sectorial policies.
Amendment 282 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 34 c (new)
Paragraph 34 c (new)
34 c. Stresses that EU should develop a specific strategy in the field of fisheries and management of living marine resources, involving all non-European Mediterranean coastal States. The period of the Common Fisheries Policy (CFP) reform coincides with a historical moment of particular importance for the Mediterranean: the Arab spring has, in fact, changed the policy framework of many countries on the southern shore, starting a new phase of relations with the European Union (EU).
Amendment 284 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 34 d (new)
Paragraph 34 d (new)
34 d. Asks that EU shall aim at concluding, as soon as possible, Sustainable Fisheries Cooperation Agreements with neighbouring countries where the EU provides funding and technical support in order to achieve a more concerted and coherent policy, with the aim of a harmonised and sustainable fisheries policy in all shared sea basins, therefore increasing the effectiveness of the CFP in all the regions concerned. These agreements shall be concluded in the spirit of a fair and equitable cooperation and the respect of human rights and shall aim at sharing responsibilities fairly between the Union and the respective partner country.
Amendment 285 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 34 e (new)
Paragraph 34 e (new)
34 e. In order to improve the cooperation with neighboring countries and to improve the management of shared stocks, the EU should aim at concluding sustainable fisheries cooperation agreements with these countries. These cooperation agreements should not aim at obtaining fishing rights for EU vessels but should aim at achieving a situation where the EU provides funding and technical suppor in exchange for the application of the same or comparable sustainable management rules as the EU in the third partner country.
Amendment 286 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 34 f (new)
Paragraph 34 f (new)
34 f. Believes that an effort should be made at EU level to monitor the activities of the EU fleets that operate in non- EU waters outside the framework of fisheries agreements, as these should respect the same guiding principles applied to those fishing in the EU. We believe that concrete measures should be put forward to ensure that working conditions for crew members domiciled outside the EU and working on-board vessels flying an EU flag should be equal to those of workers domiciled in the EU.