2018/0050(COD) Multi-annual plan for the fisheries exploiting demersal stocks in the western Mediterranean Sea
Lead committee dossier:
Progress: Procedure completed
| Role | Committee | Rapporteur | Shadows |
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| Lead | PECH |
AGUILERA Clara ( S&D)
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ITURGAIZ Carlos ( PPE),
TOMAŠIĆ Ruža ( ECR),
BILBAO BARANDICA Izaskun ( ALDE),
AFFRONTE Marco ( Verts/ALE),
D'AMATO Rosa ( EFDD)
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| Committee Opinion | REGI | ||
| Committee Opinion | ENVI |
VĂLEAN Adina-Ioana ( PPE)
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Lead committee dossier:
Legal Basis:
TFEU 043-p2
Legal Basis:
TFEU 043-p2Events
2019/06/26
Final act published in Official Journal
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PURPOSE: to establish a multiannual fisheries management plan for the western Mediterranean Sea.
LEGISLATIVE ACT: Regulation (EU) 2019/1022 of the European Parliament and of the Council establishing a multiannual plan for the fisheries exploiting demersal stocks in the western Mediterranean Sea and amending Regulation (EU) No 508/2014.
CONTENT: the Regulation establishes a multi-annual management plan for demersal stocks (i.e. fish living on the seabed) in the western Mediterranean, in an area mainly covering French, Italian and Spanish waters.
Scope
The plan shall take account of the mixed nature of the fisheries and the dynamics between the stocks driving them, i.e. hake, red mullet, deep-water rose shrimp, Norway lobster (Nephrops norvegicus), blue and red shrimp and giant red shrimp. It shall also take account of by-catch species caught in demersal fisheries and demersal stocks for which sufficient data are not available. It should apply to the demersal fisheries (in particular, trawl nets, bottom-set nets, traps and longlines) carried out in Union waters or by Union fishing vessels outside the Union waters of the western Mediterranean Sea.
Objectives of the plan
The plan shall:
- be based on a fishing effort regime and aim to contribute to the achievement of the objectives of the common fisheries policy (CFP), in particular by applying the precautionary approach to fisheries management;
- ensure that exploitation of living marine biological resources restores and maintains populations of harvested species above levels which can produce maximum sustainable yield (MSY);
- contribute to the elimination of discards and to the implementation of the landing obligation;
- implement the ecosystem-based approach to fisheries management in order to ensure that negative impacts of fishing activities on the marine ecosystem and on vulnerable habitats and protected species are minimised.
Measures under the plan shall be taken on the basis of the best available scientific advice.
Fishing effort regime
The Regulation shall ensure that the Council establishes maximum allowable fishing effort, expressed as numbers of fishing days, on an annual basis.
For the first year of implementation of the plan, except for geographical sub-areas in which the fishing effort has already been reduced by more than 20 % during the baseline period (2012-2017), the maximum allowable fishing effort shall be reduced by 10 % compared to the baseline. For the second to the fifth year of the implementation of the plan, the maximum allowable fishing effort shall be reduced by a maximum of 30 %.
Where the best available scientific advice shows significant catches of a particular stock with fishing gear other than trawls, maximum allowable fishing effort may be set for such particular gear on the basis of such scientific advice.
Technical conservation measures
The Regulation provides for specific technical conservation measures, which cover all stocks and include recreational fishing, through regionalisation, in accordance with the western Mediterranean Sea.
Where the best available scientific advice shows that recreational fishing has a significant impact on the fishing mortality of a particular stock, the Council may set non-discriminatory limits for recreational fishermen.
When setting such limits, the Council shall refer to transparent and objective criteria, including those of an environmental, social and economic nature.
Closure areas
The use of trawls in the western Mediterranean Sea shall be prohibited within six nautical miles from the coast except in areas deeper than the 100 m isobath during three months each year and, where appropriate, consecutively, on the basis of the best available scientific advice. Other closed areas shall be possible where they ensure a reduction of at least 20% in catches of juvenile hake.
Permanent cessation
It is foreseen that the Regulation on the European Maritime and Fisheries Fund (EMFF) should be amended so that fleet segments covered by the new rules can benefit from compensation in case of permanent cessation of activities fishing.
Regional cooperation and co-management
The Regulation makes it possible to establish regional cooperation between France, Italy and Spain with a view to submitting joint recommendations for certain measures to be taken by the Commission on issues such as landing requirements and technical conservation.
In order to contribute to the effective achievement of the objectives of the plan, and in accordance with the principles of good governance, Member States shall be allowed to promote participative management systems at local level.
ENTRY INTO FORCE: 16.7.2019. Article 7 on the fishing effort regime shall apply from 1.1.2020.
2019/06/20
CSL - Draft final act
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2019/06/20
CSL - Final act signed
2019/06/20
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2019/06/12
EC - Commission response to text adopted in plenary
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2019/06/06
EP/CSL - Act adopted by Council after Parliament's 1st reading
2019/04/04
EP - Results of vote in Parliament
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2019/04/04
EP - Decision by Parliament, 1st reading
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The European Parliament adopted by 461 votes to 62 with 101 abstentions, a legislative resolution on the proposal for a regulation of the European Parliament and of the Council establishing a multi-annual plan for the fisheries exploiting demersal stocks in the western Mediterranean Sea.
Parliament’s position adopted at first reading following the ordinary legislative procedure amends the Commission proposal as follows:
Objectives of the plan
The Regulation establishes a multiannual plan for the conservation and sustainable exploitation of demersal stocks in the western Mediterranean Sea. It applies to hake, red mullet, deep-water rose shrimp, Norway lobster, blue and red shrimp and giant red shrimp.
The plan will:
- be based on a fishing effort regime and aim to contribute to the achievement of the objectives of the common fisheries policy (CFP), in particular by applying the precautionary approach to fisheries management;
- ensure that exploitation of living marine biological resources restores and maintains populations of harvested species above levels which can produce maximum sustainable yield (MSY);
- contribute to the elimination of discards and to the implementation of the landing obligation;
- implement the ecosystem-based approach to fisheries management in order to ensure that negative impacts of fishing activities on the marine ecosystem and on vulnerable habitats and protected species are minimised.
The target fishing mortality to achieve MSY shall be achieved on a progressive, incremental basis by 2020 where possible, and by 1 January 2025 at the latest, for the stocks concerned, and shall be maintained thereafter.
Fishing effort regime
For the first year of implementation of the plan, except for geographical sub-areas in which the fishing effort has already been reduced by more than 20 % during the baseline period (2012-2017), the maximum allowable fishing effort shall be reduced by 10 % compared to the baseline. For the second to the fifth year of the implementation of the plan, the maximum allowable fishing effort shall be reduced by a maximum of 30 %.
Where the best available scientific advice shows significant catches of a particular stock with fishing gear other than trawls, maximum allowable fishing effort may be set for such particular gear on the basis of such scientific advice.
Where a Member State allows vessels flying its flag to fish with trawls, it shall ensure that such fishing is limited to a maximum of 15 hours per fishing day, five fishing days per week or equivalent. Member States may grant a derogation of up to 18 hours per fishing day to take into account the transit time between port and the fishing ground.
Recreational fisheries
Where scientific advice indicates that recreational fishing is having a significant impact on the fishing mortality of a particular stock, the Council may set non-discriminatory limits for recreational fishermen.
When setting the limits, the Council shall refer to transparent and objective criteria, including those of an environmental, social and economic nature. The criteria used may include, in particular, the impact of recreational fishing on the environment, the societal importance of that activity and its contribution to the economy in coastal areas.
Closure areas
The amended text states that the use of trawls in the western Mediterranean Sea shall be prohibited within six nautical miles from the coast except in areas deeper than the 100 m isobath during three months each year and, where appropriate, consecutively, on the basis of the best available scientific advice. Member States may establish other closure areas, provided that a reduction of at least 20 % of catches of juvenile hake in each geographical subarea is achieved.
Permanent cessation
The amended text provides that the Regulation on the European Maritime and Fisheries Fund (EMFF) should be amended so that fleet segments covered by the new rules can benefit from compensation in case of permanent cessation of activities fishing.
Participative management
In accordance with the principles of good, Member States may promote participative management systems at local level in order to achieve the objectives of the plan. No later than five years after the entry into force of the Regulation and every three years thereafter, the Commission should report to the European Parliament and the Council on the results and the impact of the plan on the stocks concerned and on the fisheries exploiting these stocks.
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2019/04/03
EP - Debate in Parliament
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2019/02/18
EP - Approval in committee of the text agreed at 1st reading interinstitutional negotiations
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2019/02/14
CSL - Coreper letter confirming interinstitutional agreement
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2019/02/14
EP - Text agreed during interinstitutional negotiations
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2019/01/17
EP - Committee decision to enter into interinstitutional negotiations confirmed by plenary (Rule 71 - vote)
2019/01/14
EP - Committee decision to enter into interinstitutional negotiations announced in plenary (Rule 71)
2019/01/10
EP - Vote in committee, 1st reading
2019/01/10
EP - Committee report tabled for plenary, 1st reading
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The Committee on Fisheries adopted the report by Clara Eugenia AGUILERA GARCÍA (S&D, ES) on the proposal for a regulation of the European Parliament and of the Council establishing a multi-annual plan for the fisheries exploiting demersal stocks in the western Mediterranean Sea.
The committee recommended that the position of the European Parliament adopted at first reading in the framework of the ordinary legislative procedure amend the Commission proposal as follows.
Economic, social and environmental sustainability
The objectives of the Common Fisheries Policy are, amongst others:
- to ensure exploitation of marine living biological resources that provide long-term sustainable economic, environmental and social conditions;
- to contribute to (i) supplying the Union market with food of high nutritional value; (iii) reducing the Union market's dependence on food imports; (iii) encouraging the creation of employment and economic development in coastal areas, and (iv) ensuring a fair standard of living for the fisheries sector, including the artisanal and small-scale fisheries sector.
Objectives of the plan
The plan should contribute to the achievement of the objectives of the CFP, and in particular restoring and maintaining fish stocks above levels of biomass capable of producing maximum sustainable yield (MSY) for the target stocks, ensuring a fair standard of living for those who depend on fishing activities, bearing in mind coastal fisheries and socio-economic aspects.
The maximum sustainable yield exploitation rates shall be achieved as soon as possible and on a progressive, incremental basis by 2020 for all stocks to which the Regulation applies, and maintained thereafter.
The plan should:
- be based on a fishing effort management regime aimed at contributing to the achievement of the objectives of the CFP;
- implement the ecosystem-based approach to fisheries management to ensure that the negative impacts of fishing activities on the marine ecosystem and, in particular, on vulnerable habitats and protected species are minimised.
Closed areas
Members took the view that the Commission's proposal to establish fishing closure for trawls operating below the 100 m isobath from 1 May to 31 July could, in certain cases, constitute a disproportionate and unjustified measure, if it is not based on scientific evidence. They believed that the plan provided for should establish a closure for trawls operating within the 100 m isobath for three months each year on a case-by-case basis, when necessary and justified by science, through regionalisation.
Fishing effort regime
Members believed that fishing efforts would be better managed jointly in each geographical sub-area.
While the Commission's proposal provided for a "substantial" reduction in fishing effort in the first year of implementation of the plan, without further details, Members proposed a 10% reduction in fishing effort in the first year, except in geographical areas where a reduction of more than 20% in fishing effort has already been achieved.
Where the best available scientific advice shows an increase of more than 10 % in catches of a particular stock with fishing gears other than trawls, fishing effort levels shall be set for such particular gear or gears on the basis of such scientific advice.
Where the best available scientific advice shows that recreational fisheries have a significant impact on the fishing mortality of a particular stock, the Council shall limit recreational fisheries when setting fishing effort in order to avoid exceeding the total target of fishing mortality, without reducing the fishing opportunities of professional fishers.
Members emphasised the need for recreational fishing data to be able to assess impacts on populations. They also proposed to delete the provisions establishing a common system of allowable catches (TACs) and quotas in the Mediterranean.
Permanent cessation
The European Maritime and Fisheries Fund shall make provision for support measures for permanent cessation measures, provided that a Member State can prove that the fleet segment’s activities are not in line with the fishing opportunities available to that segment.
Co-management
With the aim of improving the state of stocks, Member States may establish a co-management regime in order to achieve the objectives of the plan, in accordance with the local specificities of a fishery.
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EP - AGUILERA Clara (S&D) appointed as rapporteur in PECH
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PURPOSE: to establish a multiannual plan for fisheries exploiting demersal stocks in the western Mediterranean Sea.
PROPOSED ACT: Regulation of the European Parliament and of the Council.
BACKGROUND: the western Mediterranean is one of the most developed sub-regions in terms of fisheries in the Mediterranean. It accounts for around 31 % of its total landing (EUR 1.35 billion out of a total of EUR 4.76 billion) and around 19 % of the officially reported Mediterranean fishing fleet.
Demersal fisheries are highly sought after by fishermen due to their high commercial value. Demersal fisheries in the Mediterranean are highly complex and involve many species of fish and crustaceans . The main demersal species caught in the western Mediterranean are hake, red mullet, giant red shrimp, deep-water rose shrimp, blue and red shrimp and Norway lobster.
The main gear used for demersal species are trawl nets, which have the largest catch and fleet power, but passive gears such as trammel nets, gillnets, traps and longlines are also important.
Demersal fisheries in the western Mediterranean are currently managed through national management plans adopted under Council Regulation (EC) No 1967/2006 (the ‘MedReg’). Spain, France and Italy have adopted plans in accordance with this Regulation. These plans have proved ineffective in achieving the objectives set by the Common Fisheries Policy (CFP).
The Scientific, Technical and Economic Committee for Fisheries ("STECF") has shown that the exploitation of most demersal stocks in the western Mediterranean far exceeds the levels required to reach maximum sustainable yield (MSY): more than 80% assessed stocks are overfished in this sub-region. In addition, the biomass of some of these stocks is close to the limit reference point, indicating that there is a high probability of collapse.
The Commission therefore considers it appropriate to establish a multiannual plan for the conservation and sustainable exploitation of demersal stocks in the western Mediterranean.
IMPACT ASSESSMENT: taking into account all the evidence collected and analysed through the impact assessment process, the preferred option is a multi-annual plan at EU level. The reasons for this are as follows:
the multi-annual plan would have more positive environmental impacts. In particular, the probability of achieving fishing mortality targets for all stocks would be around 36 %; around 70 % of the assessed stocks would recover to spawning stock biomass (SSB) levels above the precautionary reference point; socio-economic performance is expected to improve across all fleets by 2025; a multi-annual plan would be streamlined (a single regulatory framework), stable (it considers the long-term perspective) and transparent (the three Member States concerned would jointly bring fishing mortalities to sustainable levels).
CONTENT: the proposal for a Regulation aims to address the high levels of overfishing and the ineffective regulatory framework by introducing for the first time a multi-annual plan at EU level. Its aim is to achieve the objectives of the CFP Regulation in western Mediterranean demersal fisheries, namely with regards to ensure that fishing activities are environmentally sustainable in the long term and managed in a way that secure economic, social and employment benefits.
The plan will also facilitate implementation of the landing obligation and enable a regionalised approach, whereby the Member States concerned would be involved in the design of management measures.
The proposal applies to the stocks driving demersal fisheries (i.e. hake, red mullet, deep-water rose shrimp, blue and red shrimp, giant red shrimp and Norway lobster), by-catch stocks and other demersal stocks for which sufficient data are not available. It also applies to commercial and recreational fisheries exploiting those stocks in the western Mediterranean.
The proposal:
lays down quantifiable targets for fishing mortality which should be achieved by 2020 at the latest. The ranges would allow for MSY-based management of the stocks concerned, while providing some flexibility in the context of mixed fisheries; introduces, for each stock, a limit reference point (or biomass limit, BLIM) at which the stock would be in serious danger of collapse and a precautionary reference point (or biomass precautionary, BPA) as a safety margin; introduces safeguard measures to allow a stock to recover in the event of the precautionary or limit reference points being exceeded; introduces a fishing effort regime at EU level for all trawls in the areas and vessels length categories in Annex I; sets a spatio-temporal closure prohibiting trawls from operating within the 100 m isobath from 1 May to 31 July each year. This would reserve the coastal zone for more selective gears in order to protect nursery areas and sensitive habitats, and enhance the social sustainability of small-scale fisheries; introduces regionalisation provisions as required to extend and/or amend exemptions for species with demonstrated high survival rates and de minimis exemptions; establishes regional cooperation among Member States with a view to adopting provisions for the landing obligation and specific conservation measures, including technical measures, for certain stocks; introduces scientific monitoring to assess progress towards maximum sustainable yield for the stocks driving demersal fisheries and, where possible, by-catch stocks.
BUDGETARY IMPLICATION: the proposal has no impact on the Union budget.
DELEGATED ACTS: the proposal contains provisions empowering the Commission to adopt delegated acts in accordance with Article 290 of the Treaty on the Functioning of the European Union.
Documents
Documents
- Final act published in Official Journal: Regulation 2019/1022
- Final act published in Official Journal: OJ L 172 26.06.2019, p. 0001
- Draft final act: 00032/2019/LEX
- Commission response to text adopted in plenary: SP(2019)443
- Results of vote in Parliament: Results of vote in Parliament
- Decision by Parliament, 1st reading: T8-0344/2019
- Debate in Parliament: Debate in Parliament
- Approval in committee of the text agreed at 1st reading interinstitutional negotiations: PE634.760
- Approval in committee of the text agreed at 1st reading interinstitutional negotiations: GEDA/A/(2019)001626
- Coreper letter confirming interinstitutional agreement: GEDA/A/(2019)001626
- Text agreed during interinstitutional negotiations: PE634.760
- Committee report tabled for plenary, 1st reading: A8-0005/2019
- Amendments tabled in committee: PE626.661
- Amendments tabled in committee: PE628.507
- Committee opinion: PE627.827
- Committee draft report: PE622.269
- Document attached to the procedure: EUR-Lex
- Document attached to the procedure: SWD(2018)0059
- Document attached to the procedure: EUR-Lex
- Document attached to the procedure: SWD(2018)0060
- Legislative proposal published: COM(2018)0115
- Legislative proposal published: EUR-Lex
- Document attached to the procedure: EUR-Lex SWD(2018)0059
- Document attached to the procedure: EUR-Lex SWD(2018)0060
- Committee draft report: PE622.269
- Committee opinion: PE627.827
- Amendments tabled in committee: PE628.507
- Amendments tabled in committee: PE626.661
- Coreper letter confirming interinstitutional agreement: GEDA/A/(2019)001626
- Text agreed during interinstitutional negotiations: PE634.760
- Commission response to text adopted in plenary: SP(2019)443
- Draft final act: 00032/2019/LEX
Activities
- Marco AFFRONTE
Plenary Speeches (1)
- Nicola CAPUTO
Plenary Speeches (1)
- Carlos ITURGAIZ
Plenary Speeches (1)
- Ricardo SERRÃO SANTOS
Plenary Speeches (1)
Votes
A8-0005/2019 - Clara Eugenia Aguilera García - décision d'engager des négociations interinstitutionnelles #
2019/01/17 Outcome: +: 413, -: 181, 0: 32
ENF
NI
GUE/NGLA8-0005/2019 - Clara Eugenia Aguilera García - Am 97 #
2019/04/04 Outcome: +: 461, 0: 101, -: 62
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ENVI
85 amendments...
Amendment 1 #
Proposal for a regulation Recital 5 (5) The objectives of the CFP are, amongst others, to ensure that fishing and aquaculture activities are environmentally and socio-economically sustainable in the long term, to apply the precautionary approach to fisheries management and to implement the ecosystem-based approach to fisheries management.
Amendment 10 #
Proposal for a regulation Recital 15 (15)
Amendment 11 #
Proposal for a regulation Recital 17 (17) The objective of the plan provided for in this Regulation should be to contribute to the achievement of the CFP, and in particular, re
Amendment 12 #
Proposal for a regulation Recital 17 (17) The objective of the plan provided for in this Regulation should be to contribute to the achievement of the CFP, and in particular, reaching and maintaining MSY for the target stocks
Amendment 13 #
Proposal for a regulation Recital 18 (18) In order to achieve the objectives expressed in Article 2(2) of Regulation (EU) No 1380/2013, it is appropriate to establish the target fishing mortality (F) that corresponds to the objective of reaching and maintaining
Amendment 14 #
Proposal for a regulation Recital 18 (18) It is appropriate to establish the target fishing mortality (F) that corresponds to the objective of reaching and maintaining MSY as ranges of values which are consistent with achieving MSY (i.e. FMSY). Those ranges, based on best available scientific advice, are necessary to provide flexibility to take account of developments in the scientific advice
Amendment 15 #
Proposal for a regulation Recital 19 Amendment 16 #
Proposal for a regulation Recital 19 (19) For the purposes of fixing fishing opportunities, there should be FMSY ranges for ‘normal use’ and, subject to the good status of the stocks concerned, more flexible FMSY ranges. It should be possible to set fishing opportunities within the latter only if, on the basis of the scientific advice, this is necessary to achieve the objectives laid down in this Regulation in mixed fisheries, to avoid harm to a stock caused by intra- or inter-species stock dynamics, or to limit year-on-year variations in fishing opportunities, variations which seem incompatible with the principle of a multi-annual plan.
Amendment 17 #
Proposal for a regulation Recital 21 (21) Appropriate safeguards should be put in place to ensure that the targets are met and to trigger remedial measures where needed, amongst others where stocks fall below the conservation reference points. Remedial measures should include emergency measures in accordance with Articles 12 and 13 of Regulation (EU) No 1380/2013, fishing opportunities and other specific conservation measures, but also financial aid for fishers directly affected by those measures.
Amendment 18 #
Proposal for a regulation Recital 24 Amendment 19 #
Proposal for a regulation Recital 25 (25) Where scientific advice shows that recreational fisheries have a significant impact on the fishing mortality of the stocks concerned, the Council should take them into account. To that effect, the Council may set fishing opportunities through the effort regime for commercial catches which takes into account the volume of recreational catches and/or to adopt other measures restricting recreational fisheries. In any event, to give the mechanism a degree of flexibility, fishing opportunities set for recreational fishers should cover periods no less than one month long.
Amendment 2 #
Proposal for a regulation Recital 6 (6) For the achievement of the CFP objectives, a number of conservation measures such as multi-annual plans, technical measures and the setting and allocation of fishing opportunities, should be adopted. However, we will not be able to restore fish stocks if we fail to reduce the growing impact of pollution, which comes mostly from land-based sources, but also from maritime activities (transport, oil, tourism, etc.).
Amendment 20 #
Proposal for a regulation Recital 26 Amendment 21 #
Proposal for a regulation Recital 26 (26) Where scientific advice shows that the fishing effort regime is not sufficient to meet the objectives or targets of the plan provided for in this Regulation, management measures based on
Amendment 22 #
Proposal for a regulation Recital 28 Amendment 23 #
Proposal for a regulation Recital 28 a (new) (28 a) In order to protect sensitive species, in particular those critically endangered due to fishing impacts, management measures should be applied to fisheries. Therefore, the plan provided for in this Regulation should establish management measures including modification of vessels gears, modification of vessels activities, and modifications of the vessels.
Amendment 24 #
Proposal for a regulation Recital 29 (29) Further conservation measures should be taken as regards demersal stocks. In particular, in accordance with the scientific advice, it is appropriate to have additional closures in areas with high aggregations of spawning individuals in order to protect a severely harmed adult stage of hake, without prejudice to fair compensation for fishers affected by those closures.
Amendment 25 #
Proposal for a regulation Recital 30 (30) The precautionary approach should apply for by-catch stocks and for demersal stocks for which sufficient data are not available. Specific conservation measures should be adopted in accordance with Article 18 of Regulation (EU) No 1380/2013 where the scientific advice shows that remedial measures are needed, provided that fishers affected by those closures are given fair compensation.
Amendment 26 #
Proposal for a regulation Recital 31 (31) The plan provided for in this Regulation should provide for additional technical conservation measures to be adopted by means of delegated acts. This is necessary to achieve the objectives of the plan, in particular as regards conserving demersal stocks and improving selectivity. However, those measures shall be conditional upon fishers affected by their application receiving fair compensation.
Amendment 27 #
Proposal for a regulation Recital 31 a (new) (31 a) Furthermore, the Commission may be empowered in a multiannual plan to establish protected areas for the recovery of fish stocks, pursuant to Article 8 of Regulation (EU) No 1380/2013.
Amendment 28 #
Proposal for a regulation Recital 32 Amendment 29 #
Proposal for a regulation Recital 33 (33) To enable the plan provided for in this Regulation to be adapted in a timely manner to technical and scientific progress, the Commission should be empowered to adopt acts in accordance with Article 290 of the Treaty on the Functioning of the European Union in order to supplement this Regulation with remedial and technical conservation measures
Amendment 3 #
Proposal for a regulation Recital 6 a (new) (6 a) Regarding the exploitation of living marine biological resources, Regulation (EU) No 1380/2013 includes the restoration and maintenance of populations of harvested species above levels capable of producing MSY as an explicit goal. Therefore, in accordance with Article 2(2) thereof, the corresponding exploitation rate was to be achieved by 2015 where possible and, on a progressive, incremental basis at the latest by 2020 for all stocks, and should be maintained thereafter.
Amendment 30 #
Proposal for a regulation Recital 36 (36) In accordance with Article 10(3) of Regulation (EU) No 1380/2013, the Commission should periodically assess the adequacy and effectiveness of this Regulation. That assessment should follow and be based on periodic evaluation of the plan provided for in this Regulation, on the basis of scientific advice, by the STECF, after an initial five years and every five years thereafter. This allows for
Amendment 31 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 1 – paragraph 4 a (new) 4 a. This Regulation also specifies details for the implementation of minimising the impact of fisheries on the marine environment, in particular the incidental catches of protected species, in Union waters of the western Mediterranean Sea for all fisheries fishing in those waters.
Amendment 32 #
Proposal for a regulation Article premier – paragraph 5 Amendment 33 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 2 – paragraph 1 – point 12 a (new) (12 a) 'co-management' means the partnership arrangement between government and the local community of resource users, sometimes also connected with agents such as NGOs and research institutions, and other resource stakeholders, to share the responsibility and authority for management of a resource.
Amendment 34 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 3 – paragraph 1 1. The plan shall contribute to the achievement of the objectives of the common fisheries policy, as listed in Article 2 of Regulation (EU) No 1380/2013, in particular by applying the precautionary approach to fisheries management, and shall aim to ensure that exploitation of living marine biological resources restores and maintains populations of harvested species above levels which can produce MSY. The maximum sustainable yield exploitation rates shall be achieved as soon as possible and on a progressive, incremental basis by 2020 at the latest for all stocks to wich this Regulation applies, and maintained thereafter.
Amendment 35 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 3 – paragraph 2 2. The plan shall contribute to the elimination of discards by avoiding and reducing unwanted catches as far as possible
Amendment 36 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 3 – paragraph 3 3. The plan shall implement the ecosystem-based approach to fisheries management in order to ensure that negative impacts of fishing activities on the marine ecosystem, and in particular on vulnerable habitats and protected species, including marine mammals, reptiles and seabirds, are minimised. It shall be coherent with Union environmental legislation, in particular with the objective of achieving good environmental status by 2020 as set out in Article 1(1) of Directive 2008/56/EC and the objectives set out in Articles 4 and 5 of Directive 2009/147/EC and Articles 6 and 12 of Council Directive 92/43/EEC.
Amendment 37 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 3 – paragraph 3 3. The plan shall implement the ecosystem-based approach to fisheries management in order to ensure that negative impacts of fishing activities on the marine ecosystem, and on vulnerable habitats and protected species, including marine mammals, reptiles and seabirds, are minimised. It shall be coherent with Union environmental legislation, in particular with the objective of achieving good environmental status by 2020 as set out in Article 1(1) of Directive 2008/56/EC and the objectives set out in Articles 4 and 5 of Directive 2009/147/EC and Articles 6 and 12 of Council Directive 92/43/EEC.
Amendment 38 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 3 – paragraph 4 – point a (a) ensure that, to the extent that fisheries can contribute to their fulfilment, the conditions described in the qualitative descriptors 3 contained in Annex I to Directive 2008/56/EC are fulfilled; and
Amendment 39 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 3 – paragraph 4 – point b (b) contribute to the fulfilment of other relevant descriptors contained in Annex I to Directive 2008/56/EC in proportion to the role played by fisheries in their fulfilment and ensure that negative impacts of fishing on the marine environment are minimised, in particular regarding vulnerable habitats and protected species, including marine mammals, reptiles and seabirds.
Amendment 4 #
Proposal for a regulation Recital 7 (7) Pursuant to Articles 9 and 10 of Regulation (EU) No 1380/2013, multi- annual plans are to be based on scientific, technical and economic advice. In accordance with those provisions, the multi-annual plan provided for in this Regulation should contain objectives, quantifiable targets with clear timeframes, conservation reference points, safeguards and technical measures designed to avoid and reduce unwanted catches. The same robust approach will, of course, be taken with the reduction of pollution from land- based sources or maritime activities (transport, oil, tourism, etc.) and which makes fish stocks acutely vulnerable.
Amendment 40 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 3 – paragraph 5 5. Measures in the plan shall be taken on the basis of the best available scientific advice.
Amendment 41 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 4 – paragraph 1 1. The target fishing mortality in line with the ranges of FMSY defined in Article 2 shall be achieved as soon as possible, and on a progressive, incremental basis
Amendment 42 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 4 – paragraph 5 Amendment 43 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 4 – paragraph 5 – introductory part 5. By way of derogation from paragraphs 3 and 4, fishing opportunities may be set above the range of FMSY available at that time for the most vulnerable stock
Amendment 44 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 4 – paragraph 5 – point c (c) in order to limit variations in fishing opportunities between consecutive years to a maximum of
Amendment 45 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 4 – paragraph 5 – point c (c) in order to limit variations in fishing opportunities between consecutive years to a maximum of
Amendment 46 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 6 – paragraph 1 1. Where the scientific advice shows that the spawning biomass of any of the stocks concerned is below the precautionary reference point (BPA), remedial measures shall be adopted to ensure the rapid return of the stocks concerned to levels above those capable of producing MSY. In particular, by way of derogation from Article 4(3) and
Amendment 47 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 6 – paragraph 1 1. Where the scientific advice shows that the spawning biomass of any of the stocks concerned is below the precautionary reference point (BPA), remedial measures shall be adopted to ensure the rapid return of the stocks concerned to levels above those capable of producing MSY. In particular, by way of derogation from Article 4(3) and (5), fishing opportunities shall be set at levels consistent with a fishing mortality that is reduced within the range of FMSY for the most vulnerable stock, taking into account the decrease in biomass, provided that fishers affected by those closures are given fair compensation.
Amendment 48 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 6 – paragraph 1 1. Where the scientific advice shows that the spawning biomass of any of the stocks concerned is below the precautionary reference point (BPA), remedial measures shall be adopted to ensure the rapid return of the stocks concerned to levels above those capable of producing MSY. In particular,
Amendment 49 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 6 – paragraph 2 2. Where the scientific advice shows that the spawning biomass of any of the stocks concerned is below the limit reference point (BLIM), further remedial measures shall be taken to ensure the rapid return of the stock to levels above those capable of producing MSY. In particular, by way of derogation from Article 4(3) and (5), those measures may include suspending the targeted fishery for the stock concerned and the adequate reduction of the fishing opportunities, provided that fishers affected by those closures are given fair compensation.
Amendment 5 #
Proposal for a regulation Recital 7 (7) Pursuant to Articles 9 and 10 of Regulation (EU) No 1380/2013, multi- annual plans are to be based on scientific, technical and economic advice. They must not ignore the social consequences of the objectives set. In accordance with those provisions, the multi-annual plan provided for in this Regulation should contain objectives, quantifiable targets with clear timeframes, conservation reference points, safeguards and technical measures designed to avoid and reduce unwanted catches.
Amendment 50 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 6 – paragraph 4 4. The choice of measures referred to in this Article shall be appropriate with the nature, gravity, duration and repetition of the situation where the spawning stock biomass is below the levels referred to in Article 5, and those measures shall be conditional upon fishers affected by their application receiving fair compensation.
Amendment 51 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 7 – paragraph 1 a (new) 1a. In the interests of the fishing effort regime, a management year shall cover the period from 1 February to 31 January of the following year.
Amendment 52 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 7 – paragraph 2 2. Each year, in accordance with the scientific advice, the Council shall set a maximum allowable fishing effort for each effort group by Member State. The Council shall seek to avoid excessive variations from one year to the next and those variations should be designed to reduce advantages for the sector of the multi-annual nature of the plan.
Amendment 53 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 7 – paragraph 2 2. Each year, in accordance with the best available scientific advice, the Council shall set a maximum allowable fishing effort for each effort group by Member State.
Amendment 54 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 7 – paragraph 3 3. For the first year of implementation of the plan, the maximum allowable fishing effort shall be substantially reduced from the baseline provided for in paragraph 4, in accordance with the scientific advice and provided that this reduction does not hamper the economic viability of fleets in the short term.
Amendment 55 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 7 – paragraph 3 3. For the first year of implementation of the plan, the maximum allowable fishing effort shall be substantially reduced from the baseline provided for in paragraph 4, in accordance with the best available scientific advice.
Amendment 56 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 7 – paragraph 5 5. Where the scientific advice shows significant catches of a particular stock with fishing gears other than trawls, fishing effort levels shall be set for such particular gear or gears on the basis of such scientific advice, provided that fishers subjected to a lowering in fishing efforts receive fair compensation.
Amendment 57 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 7 – paragraph 5 5. Where the best available scientific advice shows significant catches of a particular stock with fishing gears other than trawls, fishing effort levels shall be set for such particular gear or gears on the basis of such scientific advice.
Amendment 58 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 7 – paragraph 6 6. Where the scientific advice shows that recreational fisheries have a significant impact on the fishing mortality of a particular stock, the Council may limit recreational fisheries when setting fishing opportunities in order to avoid exceeding the total target of fishing mortality. In any event, to give the mechanism a degree of flexibility, fishing opportunities set for recreational fishers should cover periods no less than one month long.
Amendment 59 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 7 – paragraph 6 6. Where the best available scientific advice shows that recreational fisheries have a significant impact on the fishing mortality of a particular stock, the Council may limit recreational fisheries when setting fishing opportunities in order to avoid exceeding the total target of fishing mortality.
Amendment 6 #
Proposal for a regulation Recital 7 (7) Pursuant to Articles 9 and 10 of Regulation (EU) No 1380/2013, multi- annual plans are to be based on scientific, technical and economic advice. In accordance with those provisions, the multi-annual plan provided for in this Regulation should contain objectives, quantifiable targets with clear timeframes, conservation reference points, safeguards and technical measures designed to avoid and reduce unwanted catches and minimise the impact on the marine environment.
Amendment 61 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 8 – paragraph 1 Amendment 62 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 8 – paragraph 1 Amendment 63 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 8 – paragraph 1 Where the best available scientific advice shows that the fishing effort regime is not sufficient to meet the objectives or targets set out in Articles 3 and 4, the Council shall adopt complementary management measures based on
Amendment 64 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 9 – paragraph 2 – point b (b) distribute national quotas fairly among fleet segments, giving consideration to traditional and artisanal fisheries with more selective fishing gear; and
Amendment 65 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 9 – paragraph 3 3. Where a Member State allows vessels flying its flag to fish with trawls, it shall ensure that such fishing is limited to a maximum of 1
Amendment 66 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 9 – paragraph 7 a (new) 7 a. When appropriate, Member States shall endeavour to apply co-management schemes to ensure the optimal adaptation of the plan to the local fishing realities.
Amendment 67 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 11 – paragraph 1 Amendment 68 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 11 – paragraph 1 1. In addition to what is provided for by Article 13 of Council Regulation (EC) No 1967/2006, the use of trawls in the western Mediterranean Sea shall be prohibited within at least the 100 m isobaths from 1 May to 31 July each year.
Amendment 69 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 11 – paragraph 1 a (new) 1 a. By way of derogation from paragraph 1, other type of time and area restrictions of an equivalent effect on fish stocks can be implemented as an alternative when justified on the basis of sea bottom topography and/or economic impacts.
Amendment 7 #
Proposal for a regulation Recital 7 (7) Pursuant to Articles 9 and 10 of Regulation (EU) No 1380/2013, multi- annual plans are to be based on scientific, technical and economic advice. In accordance with those provisions, the multi-annual plan provided for in this Regulation should contain objectives, quantifiable targets with clear timeframes, conservation reference points, safeguards and technical measures designed to avoid and reduce unwanted catches and minimise the impact on the marine environment.
Amendment 70 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 11 – paragraph 2 2. Within two years of the adoption of this Regulation and on the basis of the scientific advice, the Member States concerned shall establish other closure areas where there is evidence of a high concentration of juvenile fish and of spawning grounds of demersal stocks, in particular for the stocks concerned, provided that fishers affected by those fishing bans receive fair compensation.
Amendment 71 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 11 – paragraph 2 2. Within two years of the adoption of this Regulation and on the basis of the scientific advice, the Member States concerned shall establish other closure areas where there is evidence of a high heavy concentrations of juvenile fish, fish below minimum conservation reference size and of spawning grounds of demersal stocks, in particular for the stocks
Amendment 72 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 11 – paragraph 3 3. Where the closure areas referred to in paragraph 2 affect fishing vessels of several Member States, the Commission shall be empowered to adopt delegated acts in accordance with Article 8 of Regulation (EU) No 1380/2013 and Article 18 of this Regulation and on the basis of the scientific advice, establishing the closure areas concerned, provided that fishers affected by those fishing bans receive fair compensation.
Amendment 73 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 12 a (new) Article 12 a Management of incidental catches of protected species 1. For management of protected seabirds that are impacted by fishing in the western Mediterranean Sea, management measures shall be adopted for all longline vessels, including applying scaring devices on-board vessels, setting the nets at night, and increasing the sink rate of the hooks. 2. Where Member States do not implement management measure to protect species and habitats in the western Mediterranean Sea to which fishing has an impact, the Commission is empowered to adopt delegated acts, in accordance with Article 18, supplementing this Regulation by adopting detailed measures.
Amendment 74 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 13 – paragraph 1 – introductory part 1. The Commission is empowered to adopt delegated acts in accordance with Article 18 of this Regulation and Article 18 of Regulation (EU) No 1380/2013 supplementing this Regulation by establishing
Amendment 75 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 13 – paragraph 1 – point a (a) specifying the characteristics of fishing gear, in particular mesh size, hook size, number of hooks, construction of the gear, twine thickness, size of the gear or use of additional devices to improve selectivity, to reduce unwanted catches and to minimise the negative impact of fishing operations on the ecosystem;
Amendment 76 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 13 – paragraph 1 – point b (b) limiting the use of fishing gear, in particular immersion time and depth of gear deployment,
Amendment 77 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 13 – paragraph 1 – point c (c) prohibiting or limiting fishing in specific areas or time periods to protect spawning and juvenile fish, fish below the minimum conservation reference size or non-target fish species, provided that fishers affected by those fishing bans receive fair compensation;
Amendment 78 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 13 – paragraph 1 – point c (c) prohibiting or limiting fishing in specific areas or time periods to protect spawning and juvenile fish, fish below the minimum conservation reference size or non-target fish species, and to minimise the negative impact of fishing operations on the ecosystem;
Amendment 79 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 13 – paragraph 1 – point d (d) prohibiting or limiting fishing in specific areas or time periods to protect vulnerable ecosystems and species, provided that fishers affected by those fishing bans receive fair compensation;
Amendment 8 #
Proposal for a regulation Recital 11 (11) France, Italy and Spain have adopted management plans under Regulation (EC) No 1967/2006. However, it is possible to take the view that there is a lack of consistency between the plans and they do not take account of all the gears exploiting demersal stocks and the straddling distribution of certain stocks and fishing fleets. Besides, those plans have proven ineffective in meeting the objectives set in the CFP. Member States and stakeholders have expressed support for the development and implementation of a multi-annual plan at Union level for the stocks concerned.
Amendment 80 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 13 – paragraph 1 – point d (d) prohibiting or limiting fishing in specific areas or time periods to protect vulnerable ecosystems and species, and to minimise the negative impact of fishing operations on the ecosystem;
Amendment 81 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 13 – paragraph 1 – point f (f) on recreational fisheries (provided that, with a view to giving the mechanism a degree of flexibility, fishing opportunities set for recreational fishers cover periods no less than one month long); and
Amendment 82 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 13 – paragraph 3 Amendment 83 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 14 – paragraph 1 Amendment 84 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 17 – paragraph 2 2.
Amendment 85 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 17 – paragraph 2 2.
Amendment 9 #
Proposal for a regulation Recital 12 (12) The STECF has shown that exploitation of most demersal stocks in the western Mediterranean exceeds by far the levels required to achieve MSY, and that over-exploitation poses a high biological risk that these stocks will collapse.
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Amendment 293 #
Proposal for a regulation Annex I – part A a (new) Aa) Trawls fishing for red mullet, hake, deep-water rose shrimp, striped red mullet, blackbellied angler, angler, blue whiting, common octopus, common pandora, European seabass, mantis shrimp, poor cod, common sole and Norway lobster in the continental shelf, upper slope and deep waters. Gear Geograp Stocks Depth Overall Effort type hical concerned interval length of group subareas s vessel code Trawls In each for red Contine < 12 m EFF1/M (TBB, GFCM mullet, ntal ED1_TR OTB, sub- hake, shelf 1 PTB, areas 1; deep-water (100- ≥ 12 m EFF1/M TBN, 2;5;6;7;8 rose 200 m) and < 18 ED1_TR TBS, TB, ;9;10 shrimp, m 2 OTM, and 11 striped red PTM, mullet, ≥ 18 m EFF1/M TMS, blackbellie and < 24 ED1_TR TM, d angler, m 3 OTT, angler , ≥ 24 m EFF1/M OT, PT, blue ED1_TR TX, whiting, 4 OTP, common TSP) octopus, Upper < 12 m EFF1/M common slope ED2_TR pandora, (250- 1 European 400m) ≥ 12 m EFF1/M seabass, and < 18 ED2_TR mantis m 2 shrimp, ≥ 18 m EFF1/M poor cod, and < 24 ED2_TR common m 3 sole and Norway ≥ 24 m EFF1/M lobster ED2_TR 4 Deep < 12 m EFF1/M waters ED3_TR (500- 1 1000 m) ≥ 12 m EFF1/M and < 18 ED3_TR m 2 ≥ 18 m EFF1/M and < 24 ED3_TR m 3 ≥ 24 m EFF1/M ED3_TR 4
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2018/10/16
PECH
232 amendments...
Amendment 100 #
Proposal for a regulation Recital 25 (25) Where scientific advice shows that recreational fisheries have a significant impact on the fishing mortality of the stocks concerned, the Council should take them into account. To that effect, the Council may set fishing opportunities through the effort regime for commercial catches which takes into account the volume of recreational catches and/or to adopt other measures restricting recreational fisheries, keeping in mind that such measures should never be to the detriment of professional fishing activities.
Amendment 101 #
Proposal for a regulation Recital 25 (25) Where scientific advice shows that recreational fisheries have a significant impact on the fishing mortality of the stocks concerned, the Council should take them into account. To that effect, the Council
Amendment 102 #
Proposal for a regulation Recital 26 Amendment 103 #
Proposal for a regulation Recital 26 (26) Where scientific advice shows that the fishing effort regime is not sufficient to meet the objectives or targets of the plan provided for in this Regulation,
Amendment 104 #
Proposal for a regulation Recital 26 (26) Where the best available scientific advice shows that the fishing effort regime is not sufficient to meet the objectives or targets of the plan provided for in this Regulation, management measures based on total allowable catches should be introduced in order to complement the effort regime.
Amendment 105 #
Proposal for a regulation Recital 26 (26) Where scientific advice shows that the fishing effort regime is not sufficient to meet the objectives or targets of the plan provided for in this Regulation, management measures based on
Amendment 106 #
Proposal for a regulation Recital 27a (new) (27a) In order to ensure the effective implementation of the management measures at regional level, Member States should put in place a co-management scheme involving Advisory Councils, fishermen’s organisations and competent institutions/authorities to strengthen dialogue and the engagement of the parties.
Amendment 107 #
Proposal for a regulation Recital 28 Amendment 108 #
Proposal for a regulation Recital 28 (28) In order to protect nursery areas and sensitive habitats, and safeguard small- scale fisheries, the coastal zone should be regularly reserved for more selective fisheries. Therefore, the plan provided for
Amendment 109 #
Proposal for a regulation Recital 28 (28) In order to protect nursery areas and sensitive habitats, and safeguard small- scale fisheries, the coastal zone should be regularly reserved for more selective fisheries. Therefore, the plan provided for in this Regulation should establish a closure for trawls operating within at least the 100 m isobath
Amendment 110 #
Proposal for a regulation Recital 28a (new) (28a) In order to protect sensitive species, in particular those critically endangered due to fishing impacts, management measures should be applied to fisheries. Therefore, the plan provided for in this Regulation should establish management measures including modification of vessels gears, modification of vessels activities, and modifications of the vessels.
Amendment 111 #
Proposal for a regulation Recital 29 (29) Further conservation measures should be taken as regards demersal stocks. In particular, in accordance with the scientific advice, it is appropriate to have additional closures in areas with high aggregations of spawning individuals in order to protect a severely harmed adult stage of hake, without prejudice to fair compensation for fishermen affected by those closures.
Amendment 112 #
Proposal for a regulation Recital 30 (30) The precautionary approach should apply for by-catch stocks and for demersal stocks for which sufficient data are not available. Specific conservation measures should be adopted in accordance with Article 18 of Regulation (EU) No 1380/2013 where the scientific advice shows that remedial measures are needed, provided that fishermen affected by those measures are given fair compensation.
Amendment 113 #
Proposal for a regulation Recital 31 (31) The plan provided for in this Regulation should provide for additional technical conservation measures to be adopted by means of delegated acts. This is necessary to achieve the objectives of the plan, in particular as regards conserving demersal stocks and improving selectivity. However, those measures shall be conditional upon fishermen affected by their application receiving fair compensation.
Amendment 114 #
(31a) Furthermore, the Commission should continue to be empowered, in a multiannual plan, to establish sensitive protected areas for the recovery of fish stocks, in accordance with Article 8 of Regulation (EU) No 1380/2013.
Amendment 115 #
Proposal for a regulation Recital 31 a (new) (31a) In order to protect sensitive species and habitats endangered and impacted by demersal fishing activities, the plan should establish management measures for the relevant fisheries.
Amendment 116 #
Proposal for a regulation Recital 32 Amendment 117 #
Proposal for a regulation Recital 33 (33) To enable the plan provided for in this Regulation to be adapted in a timely manner to technical and scientific progress, the Commission should be empowered to adopt acts in accordance with Article 290 of the Treaty on the Functioning of the European Union in order to supplement this Regulation with remedial and technical conservation measures
Amendment 118 #
Proposal for a regulation Recital 36 (36) In accordance with Article 10(3) of Regulation (EU) No 1380/2013, the Commission should periodically assess the adequacy and effectiveness of this Regulation. That assessment should follow and be based on periodic evaluation of the plan provided for in this Regulation, on the basis of scientific advice, by the STECF, after an initial five years and every five years thereafter. This allows for
Amendment 119 #
Proposal for a regulation Recital 37 (37) In order to provide legal certainty, it is appropriate to clarify that temporary cessation measures, or permanent cessation measures under restructuring plans, that have been adopted in order to attain the objectives of the plan provided for in this Regulation can be deemed eligible for support under Regulation (EU) No 508/2014 of the European Parliament and of the Council32
Amendment 120 #
Proposal for a regulation Recital 37 (37) In order to provide legal certainty, it is appropriate to clarify that temporary and permanent cessation measures that have been adopted in order to attain the objectives of the plan provided for in this Regulation can be deemed eligible for support under Regulation (EU) No 508/2014 of the European Parliament and of the Council32. _________________ 32 Regulation (EU) No 508/2014 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 15 May 2014 on the European Maritime and Fisheries Fund and repealing Council Regulations (EC) No 2328/2003, (EC) No 861/2006, (EC) No 1198/2006 and (EC) No 791/2007 and Regulation (EU) No 1255/2011 of the European Parliament and of the Council (OJ L 149, 20.5.2014, p. 1).
Amendment 121 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 1 – paragraph 1 1. This Regulation establishes a multi- annual plan (‘the plan’) for the conservation and sustainable exploitation of demersal stocks and for the reduction of the impacts of fishing activities on the marine environment in the western Mediterranean Sea.
Amendment 122 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 1 – paragraph 2 – point va (new) (va) red mullet (Mullus barbatus) in GFCM sub-area 11;
Amendment 123 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 1 – paragraph 2 – point vb (new) Amendment 124 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 1 – paragraph 2 – point vc (new) (vc) striped red mullet (Mullus surmuletus) in GFCM sub-area 9;
Amendment 125 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 1 – paragraph 2 – point vd (new) (vd) striped red mullet (Mullus surmuletus) in GFCM sub-area 11;
Amendment 126 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 1 – paragraph 2 – point ve (new) (ve) blackbelied anglerfish (Lophius budegassa) in GFCM sub-area 1;
Amendment 127 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 1 – paragraph 2 – point vf (new) (vf) blackbelied anglerfish (Lophius budegassa) in GFCM sub-area 5;
Amendment 128 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 1 – paragraph 2 – point vg (new) (vg) blackbelied anglerfish (Lophius budegassa) in GFCM sub-area 6;
Amendment 129 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 1 – paragraph 2 – point vh (new) (vh) blackbelied anglerfish (Lophius budegassa) in GFCM sub-area 7;
Amendment 130 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 1 – paragraph 2 – point vi (new) (vi) angler (Lophius piscatorius) in GFCM sub-area 1-5-6-7;
Amendment 131 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 1 – paragraph 2 – point vj (new) (vj) blue whiting (Micromesistius poutassou) in GFCM sub-area 6;
Amendment 132 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 1 – paragraph 2 – point vk (new) (vk) blue whiting (Micromesistius poutassou) in GFCM sub-area 9;
Amendment 133 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 1 – paragraph 2 – point v l (new) (vl) common pandora (Pagellus erythrinus) in GFCM sub-area 9;
Amendment 134 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 1 – paragraph 2 – point vm (new) (vm) European seabass (Dicentrarchus labrax) in GFCM sub-area 7;
Amendment 135 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 1 – paragraph 2 – point vn (new) (vn) mantis shrimp (Squilla mantis) in GFCM sub-area 9;
Amendment 136 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 1 – paragraph 2 – point vo (new) (vo) mantis shrimp (Squilla mantis) in GFCM sub-area 10;
Amendment 137 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 1 – paragraph 2 – point vp (new) (vp) common sole (Solea solea) in GFCM sub-area 7;
Amendment 138 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 1 – paragraph 2 – point vq (new) (vq) common octopus (Octopus vulgaris) in GFCM sub-area 5;
Amendment 139 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 1 – paragraph 2 – point vr (new) (vr) poor cod (Trisopterus minutus) in GFCM sub-area 9.
Amendment 140 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 1 – paragraph 3 3. This Regulation shall apply to by- catch stocks caught in the western Mediterranean Sea when fishing for the stocks referred to in paragraph 1 and shall ensure that exploitation of all living marine biological resources restores and maintains populations of harvested species above levels which can produce the maximum sustainable yield, in line with article 2(2) of Regulation (EU) No 1380/2013. It shall also apply to any other demersal stocks caught in the western Mediterranean Sea and for which sufficient data are not available.
Amendment 141 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 1 – paragraph 3 3. This Regulation
Amendment 142 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 1 – paragraph 4a (new) 4a. This Regulation also specifies details for the implementation of minimising the impact of fisheries on the marine environment, in particular the incidental catches of protected species, in Union waters of the western Mediterranean Sea for all fisheries fishing in those waters.
Amendment 143 #
Proposal for a regulation Article premier – paragraph 5 Amendment 144 #
Proposal for a regulation Article premier – paragraph 5 5. This Regulation also specifies details for the implementation of the landing obligation in Union waters of the western Mediterranean Sea for
Amendment 145 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 2 – paragraph 1 – point 2 (2) ‘range of FMSY’ means a range of values provided in the best available scientific advice
Amendment 146 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 2 – paragraph 1 – point 3 (3) ‘FMSY
Amendment 147 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 2 – paragraph 1 – point 8 (8) ‘BLIM’ means the limit reference point, expressed as spawning stock biomass and provided in the best available scientific advice,
Amendment 148 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 2 – paragraph 1 – point 9 (9) ‘BPA’ means the precautionary reference point, expressed as spawning stock biomass and provided in the best available scientific advice,
Amendment 149 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 2 – paragraph 1 – point 12a (new) (12a) ‘best available scientific advice’ refers to publicly available scientific advice that is supported by the most up-to- date scientific data and methods which has either been issued or peer-reviewed by an independent scientific body that is recognised at the European or international level such as the Scientific, Technical and Economic Committee for Fisheries (STECF) or General Fisheries Commission for the Mediterranean (GFCM), and meet the requirements of Article 25 of Regulation (UE) No. 1380/2013.
Amendment 150 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 2 – paragraph 1 – point 12a (new) (12a) ´Co-management´: partnership agreement in which government, the community of local resource users (fishers), external agents (non- government organisations, research institutions), and sometimes other fisheries and coastal resource stakeholders (boat owners, fish traders, credit agencies or money lenders, tourism industry, etc.) share the responsibility and authority for decision making over the management of a fishery.
Amendment 151 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 2 – paragraph 1 – point 12a (new) (12a) 'co-management' means the process of managing resources for the fulfilment of CFP objectives in which national governments share their authority with regional governments, advisory councils and local actors in the fisheries sector, by conferring specific responsibilities and rights to them as regards the taking of decisions concerning the responsible management of fisheries resources.
Amendment 152 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 2 – paragraph 1 – point 12a (new) (12a) ‘co-management’ means the process of managing fisheries resources in which governments share power with local fishing communities, scientists and NGOs, and each party is given specific responsibilities and rights relating to disclosure and decision-making in the management of fisheries resources.
Amendment 153 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 2 – paragraph 1 – point 12a (new) (12a) Recreational fisheries mean any fishing activities made by a ship of any type, with a hull length of 2.5 metres or more, regardless of the means of propulsion, intended for sports or leisure purposes, and not engaged in trade.
Amendment 154 #
‘Best available scientific advice’ refers to publicly available scientific advice that is supported by the most up-to-date scientific data and methods and has either been issued or reviewed by an independent scientific body that is recognised at Union or international level.
Amendment 155 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 3 – paragraph 1 1. The plan shall contribute to the achievement of the objectives of the common fisheries policy, as listed in Article 2 of Regulation (EU) No 1380/2013, in particular by applying the precautionary approach to fisheries management, and shall aim to ensure that exploitation of living marine biological resources restores and maintains populations of harvested species above levels which can produce MSY. The maximum sustainable yield exploitation rates shall be achieved as soon as possible and on a progressive, incremental basis by 2020 at the latest, for all stocks to which this Regulation applies, and maintained thereafter.
Amendment 156 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 3 – paragraph 1 Amendment 157 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 3 – paragraph 1 1. The plan shall
Amendment 158 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 3 – paragraph 2 Amendment 159 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 3 – paragraph 2 2. The plan shall contribute to the elimination of discards by avoiding and reducing unwanted catches as far as possible, and to the full implementation of the landing obligation established in Article 15 of Regulation (EU) No 1380/2013 for the species which are subject to minimum conservation reference sizes and to which this Regulation applies.
Amendment 160 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 3 – paragraph 3 3. The plan shall implement the ecosystem-based approach to fisheries management in order to ensure that negative impacts of fishing activities on the marine ecosystem are minimised. It shall be coherent with Union environmental legislation, in particular with the objective of achieving good environmental status by 2020 as set out in Article 1(1) of Directive 2008/56/EC and the objectives set out in Articles 4 and 5 of Directive 2009/147/EC and Articles 6 and 12 of Council Directive 92/43/EEC. The maximum sustainable yield exploitation rates shall be achieved as soon as possible and on a progressive, incremental basis by 2020 at the latest for allstocks to wich this Regulation applies, and maintained thereafter, as set out in Article 2 of Regulation (EU) No 1380/2013.
Amendment 161 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 3 – paragraph 3 3. The plan shall implement the ecosystem-based approach to fisheries management in order to ensure that negative impacts of fishing activities on the marine ecosystem are minimised. It shall be coherent with Union environmental legislation, in particular with the objective of achieving good environmental status by 2020 as set out in Article 1(1) of Directive 2008/56/EC and the objectives set out in Articles 4 and 5 of Directive 2009/147/EC and Articles 6 and 12 of Council Directive 92/43/EEC. In the context of the objectives of this plan, account shall be taken of socio-economic sustainability by analysing the impact on the populations concerned.
Amendment 162 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 3 – paragraph 3 3. The plan shall implement the ecosystem-based approach to fisheries management in order to ensure that negative impacts of fishing activities on the marine ecosystem are minimised. In particular, the plan should contribute to reduce bycatch of sensitive species, as well as the impact on sensitive habitats. It shall be coherent with Union environmental legislation, in particular with the objective of achieving good environmental status by 2020 as set out in Article 1(1) of Directive 2008/56/EC and the objectives set out in Articles 4 and 5 of Directive 2009/147/EC and Articles 6
Amendment 163 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 3 – paragraph 3 3. The plan shall implement the ecosystem-based approach to fisheries management in order to ensure that negative impacts of fishing activities on the marine ecosystem, and in particular on vulnerable habitats and protected species, including marine mammals, reptiles and seabirds, are minimised. It shall be coherent with Union environmental legislation, in particular with the objective of achieving good environmental status by 2020 as set out in Article
Amendment 164 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 3 – paragraph 3 3. The plan shall implement the ecosystem-based approach to fisheries management in order to ensure that negative impacts of fishing activities on the marine ecosystem are minimised. It sh
Amendment 165 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 3 – paragraph 4 – point a (a) ensure that, to the extent that fisheries can contribute to their fulfilment, the conditions described in the qualitative descriptor
Amendment 166 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 3 – paragraph 4 – point b (b) contribute to the fulfilment of other relevant descriptors contained in Annex I to Directive 2008/56/EC in proportion to the role played by fisheries in their fulfilment and ensure that negative impacts of fishing on the marine environment are minimised, in particular regarding vulnerable habitats and protected species, including marine mammals, reptiles and seabirds.
Amendment 167 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 3 – paragraph 5 5. Measures in the plan shall be taken on the basis of the best available scientific advice.
Amendment 168 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 3 – paragraph 5 5. Measures in the plan shall be taken on the basis of the best available scientific advice. Where there is insufficient data, at least a comparable degree of conservation of the relevant stocks shall be pursued.
Amendment 169 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 4 – paragraph 1 1. The target fishing mortality in line with the ranges of FMSY defined in Article 2 shall be achieved as soon as possible, and on a progressive, incremental basis
Amendment 170 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 4 – paragraph 1 1. The target fishing mortality in line with the ranges of FMSY defined in Article 2 shall be achieved as soon as possible, taking into consideration its economic and social impact, and on a progressive, incremental basis by 2020 for the stocks concerned, and shall be maintained thereafter within the ranges of FMSY.
Amendment 171 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 4 – paragraph 1 1. The target fishing mortality in line with the ranges of FMSY defined in Article 2 shall be achieved as soon as possible, and
Amendment 172 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 4 – paragraph 1 1. The target fishing mortality in line with the ranges of FMSY defined in Article 2 shall be achieved as soon as possible, and on a progressive, incremental basis by 2020 for
Amendment 173 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 4 – paragraph 2 2. The ranges of FMSY shall be requested, in particular from STECF or the GFCM, based on this plan.
Amendment 174 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 4 – paragraph 3 3. In accordance with Article 16(4) of Regulation (EU) No 1380/2013, when the Council fixes fishing
Amendment 175 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 4 – paragraph 4 4. By way of derogation from paragraphs 1 and 3, fishing opportunities may be set at levels that are lower than the ranges of FMSY. The social and economic impact on the fleets concerned must be taken into account in this framework, as established in Article 9 of Regulation (EC) No 1380/2013.
Amendment 176 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 4 – paragraph 4 4. By way of derogation from paragraphs 1 and 3,
Amendment 177 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 4 – paragraph 5 Amendment 178 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 4 – paragraph 5 – introductory part 5. By way of derogation from paragraphs 3 and 4, fishing
Amendment 179 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 4 – paragraph 5 – point a (a) if, on the basis of the best available scientific advice
Amendment 180 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 4 – paragraph 5 – point b (b) if, on the basis of the best available scientific advice
Amendment 181 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 4 – paragraph 5 – point c (c) in order to limit variations in fishing
Amendment 182 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 4 – paragraph 5 – point c (c) in order to limit variations in fishing opportunities between consecutive years to a maximum of
Amendment 183 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 6 – paragraph 1 1. Where the scientific advice shows that the spawning biomass of any of the stocks concerned is below the precautionary reference point (BPA), remedial measures shall be adopted to ensure the rapid return of the stocks concerned to levels above those capable of producing MSY. In particular, by way of derogation from Article 4(3) and (5), fishing opportunities shall be set at levels consistent with a fishing mortality that is reduced within the range of FMSY for the most vulnerable stock, taking into account the decrease in biomass, provided that fishermen affected by those measures are given fair compensation.
Amendment 184 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 6 – paragraph 1 1. Where the scientific advice shows
Amendment 185 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 6 – paragraph 1 1. Where the scientific advice shows that the spawning biomass of any of the stocks concerned is below the precautionary reference point (BPA), remedial measures shall be adopted to ensure the rapid return of the stocks concerned to levels above those capable of producing MSY. In particular, by way of derogation from Article 4(3) and (5),
Amendment 186 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 6 – paragraph 2 2. Where the scientific advice shows that the spawning biomass of any of the stocks concerned is below the limit reference point (BLIM), further remedial measures shall be taken to ensure the rapid return of the stock to levels above those capable of producing MSY. In particular, by way of derogation from Article 4(3) and (5), those measures may include suspending the targeted fishery for the stock concerned and the adequate reduction of the fishing opportunities, provided that fishermen affected by those measures are given fair compensation.
Amendment 187 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 6 – paragraph 2 2. Where the scientific advice shows that the spawning biomass of any of the stocks concerned is below the limit reference point (BLIM), further remedial measures shall be taken to ensure the rapid
Amendment 188 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 6 – paragraph 2a (new) 2a. Notwithstanding Article 4(1), the target fishing mortality in line with the ranges of FMSY referred to in that paragraph, together with rapid stock replenishment to levels higher than those necessary to achieve MSY in accordance with paragraph 1 or 2 of this article, may be achieved progressively and in stages over a period not exceeding three years, insofar as this is necessary in the light of the economic and social impact of the fishing activities concerned and their effect on employment.
Amendment 189 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 6 – paragraph 4 4. The choice of measures referred to in this Article shall be appropriate with the nature, gravity, duration and repetition of the situation where the spawning stock biomass is below the levels referred to in Article 5, and those measures shall be conditional upon fishermen affected by their application receiving fair compensation.
Amendment 191 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 7 – paragraph 1 1. A fishing effort regime shall apply
Amendment 192 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 7 – paragraph 1 1. A fishing effort regime shall apply to all vessels fishing with trawls in the areas and vessels length categories defined in Annex I.
Amendment 193 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 7 – paragraph 1a (new) Amendment 194 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 7 – paragraph 2 2. Each year, in accordance with the scientific advice, the Council shall set a maximum allowable fishing effort for each effort group by Member State. The Council shall seek to avoid excessive variations from one year to the next, as such variations would be liable to reduce the benefits to the industry of the multi- annual nature of the plan.
Amendment 195 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 7 – paragraph 2 2. Each year, in accordance with the best available scientific advice, the Council shall set a maximum allowable fishing effort for each effort group by Member State.
Amendment 196 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 7 – paragraph 2 2. Each year, in accordance with the best available scientific advice, the Council shall set a maximum allowable fishing effort for each effort group by Member State.
Amendment 197 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 7 – paragraph 2 2. E
Amendment 198 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 7 – paragraph 3 3. For the first year of implementation of the plan, the maximum allowable fishing effort shall be substantially reduced from
Amendment 199 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 7 – paragraph 3 3. For the first year of implementation of the plan, the maximum allowable fishing effort shall be substantially reduced from the baseline provided for in paragraph 4, in accordance with the scientific advice and provided that this reduction does not hamper the economic viability of fleets in the short term.
Amendment 200 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 7 – paragraph 3 3. For the first year of implementation of the plan,
Amendment 201 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 7 – paragraph 3 3. For the first year of implementation of the plan, the maximum allowable fishing effort shall be substantially reduced from the baseline provided for in paragraph 4, in accordance with the best available scientific advice.
Amendment 202 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 7 – paragraph 3 3. For the first year of implementation of the plan, the maximum allowable fishing effort shall be substantially reduced from the baseline provided for in paragraph 4, in accordance with the best available scientific advice.
Amendment 203 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 7 – paragraph 3 3. For the first year of implementation of the plan, the maximum allowable fishing effort shall be
Amendment 204 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 7 – paragraph 4 – point a (a) for the first year of application of this Regulation, the baseline shall be calculated for each
Amendment 205 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 7 – paragraph 4 – point ba (new) (ba) When the best available scientific advice indicates that the spawning stock biomass of any of the stocks referred to in Article 1(2) and Article 1 (3) is below the Blim, fishing efforts shall be set to zero for the stocks concerned.
Amendment 206 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 7 – paragraph 5 Amendment 207 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 7 – paragraph 5 5. Where the scientific advice shows significant catches of a particular stock with fishing gears other than trawls, fishing effort levels shall be set for such particular gear or gears on the basis of such scientific advice, provided that fishermen subjected to a reduction in fishing efforts receive fair compensation.
Amendment 208 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 7 – paragraph 5 5. Where the scientific advice shows significant catches of a particular stock with fishing gears other than trawls, fishing effort levels shall be set for such particular gear or gears on the basis of such scientific advice, establishing financial compensation for the affected fleet.
Amendment 209 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 7 – paragraph 5 5. Where the best available scientific advice shows
Amendment 210 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 7 – paragraph 5 5. Where the best available scientific advice shows significant catches of a particular stock with fishing gears other than trawls, fishing effort levels shall be set for such particular gear or gears on the basis of such scientific advice.
Amendment 211 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 7 – paragraph 6 Amendment 212 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 7 – paragraph 6 6. Where the scientific advice shows that recreational fisheries have a significant impact on the fishing mortality of a particular stock, the Council may limit recreational fisheries when setting fishing opportunities in order to avoid exceeding the total target of fishing mortality. In any event, to give the mechanism a degree of flexibility, fishing opportunities set for recreational fishermen should cover periods no less than one month long.
Amendment 213 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 7 – paragraph 6 6. Where the scientific advice shows that recreational fisheries have a significant impact on the fishing mortality of a particular stock, the Council may limit recreational fisheries when setting fishing opportunities in order to avoid exceeding the total target of fishing mortality. Member States may include recreational fisheries in specific national management plans to ensure effective data collection, monitoring and control of certain fisheries.
Amendment 214 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 7 – paragraph 6 6. Where the best available scientific advice shows that recreational fisheries have a significant impact on the fishing mortality of a particular stock, the Council may limit recreational fisheries when setting fishing opportunities in order to avoid exceeding the total target of fishing mortality, without jeopardising the professional fisheries sector by limiting its fishing opportunities.
Amendment 215 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 7 – paragraph 6 6. Where the scientific advice shows that recreational fisheries have a significant impact on the fishing mortality of a particular stock, the Council may limit
Amendment 216 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 7 – paragraph 6 6. Where the best available scientific advice shows that recreational fisheries have a significant impact on the fishing mortality of a particular stock, the Council may limit recreational fisheries when setting fishing opportunities in order to avoid exceeding the total target of fishing mortality.
Amendment 217 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 7 – paragraph 6 6. Where the scientific advice shows that recreational fisheries have a significant impact on the fishing mortality of a particular stock, the Council may limit recreational fisheries when setting fishing
Amendment 218 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 7a (new) Article 7a Recreational fishing 1. Member States shall take account of fishing mortality in recreational fisheries when allocating the fishing opportunities they have and which are referred to in Article 16 of Regulation (EU) No 1380/2013, so that the total fishing mortality target is not exceeded. When scientific advice indicates that recreational fishing is having a significant impact on the fishing mortality of a stock referred to in Article 1(2) of this Regulation, the Council may establish non-discriminatory individual fishing opportunities for recreational fishermen. 2. The Council shall refer to transparent and objective criteria, including those of an environmental, social and economic nature, when setting fishing opportunities for recreational fishing. The criteria used may include, in particular, the impact of these fishing activities on the environment, the societal importance of this activity and its contribution to the economy in coastal areas. 3. The individual recreational fishing opportunities referred to in paragraph 1 shall cover periods of no less than one month. 4. Member States shall take the necessary and proportionate measures for the monitoring and collection of data for a reliable estimation of the actual catch levels referred to in paragraph 1.
Amendment 219 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 8 Amendment 220 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 8 Amendment 221 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 8 – title 8
Amendment 222 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 8 – paragraph 1 Amendment 223 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 8 – paragraph 1 Amendment 224 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 8 – paragraph 1 Amendment 225 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 8 – paragraph 1 Where the best available scientific advice shows that the fishing effort regime is not sufficient to meet the objectives or targets set out in Articles 3 and 4, the Council shall adopt complementary
Amendment 226 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 8 – paragraph 1 Where the best available scientific advice shows that the fishing effort regime is not sufficient to meet the objectives or targets set out in Articles 3 and 4, the Council, following a socio-economic impact assessment, shall adopt complementary management measures based on total allowable catches.
Amendment 227 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 8 – paragraph 1 Where the best available scientific advice shows that the fishing effort regime is not sufficient to meet the objectives or targets set out in Articles 3 and 4, the Council shall adopt complementary management measures based on total allowable catches which shall not affect artisanal and small- scale fisheries.
Amendment 228 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 9 – paragraph 2 – point b (b) distribute national quotas fairly among fleet segments, giving consideration to traditional and artisanal fisheries with more selective fishing gear; and
Amendment 229 #
(c) provide Union vessels with incentives to deploy selective fishing gear using new technologies or use fishing techniques with reduced environmental impact or energy efficiency systems.
Amendment 230 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 9 – paragraph 3 Amendment 231 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 9 – paragraph 3 3. Where a Member State allows vessels flying its flag to fish with trawls, it
Amendment 232 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 9 – paragraph 3 3. Where a Member State allows vessels flying its flag to fish with trawls, it shall ensure that such fishing is limited to a maximum of 1
Amendment 233 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 9 – paragraph 3 3. Where a Member State allows vessels flying its flag to fish with trawls, it shall ensure that such fishing is limited to a maximum of 1
Amendment 234 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 9 – paragraph 5 5. Member States shall ensure that the total capacity, expressed in GT and kW, corresponding to the fishing authorisations issued in accordance with paragraph 4 is not increased during the period of application of the plan. An exchange of capacity between the different management areas shall be permitted, should the improvement in the state of the resources allows for it.
Amendment 235 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 9 – paragraph 7a (new) 7a. Where appropriate and with the aim to improve the state of stocks that are declining, Member States may establish co-management committees in order to ensure optimal adaptation of the plan to the local specificities of a fishery.
Amendment 236 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 9 – paragraph 7a (new) 7a. Member States shall ensure effective data collection enabling the impact of recreational fisheries on the stocks covered by this Plan to be assessed.
Amendment 237 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 9 – paragraph 7a (new) 7a. Member States shall implement the co-management regime to ensure that the objectives of the plan are achieved taking into account the local fishing realities.
Amendment 238 #
7 a. Member States may introduce a co-management regime which guarantees that management measures properly reflect the reality of local fishing areas.
Amendment 239 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 11 – paragraph 1 Amendment 240 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 11 – paragraph 1 1. In addition to what is provided for by Article 13 of Council Regulation (EC) No 1967/2006, the use of trawls in the western Mediterranean Sea shall be prohibited within the 100 m isobath from 1 May to 31 July each year. Derogations from those provisions may, however, be made depending on isobath variation in terms of distance from the coast, on specific coastal features in the basin concerned, and on the characteristics of the fleets operating there.
Amendment 241 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 11 – paragraph 1 1. In addition to what is provided for by Article
Amendment 242 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 11 – paragraph 1 1. In addition to what is provided for by Article 13 of Council Regulation (EC) No 1967/2006,
Amendment 243 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 11 – paragraph 1 1. In addition to what is provided for by Article 13 of Council Regulation (EC) No
Amendment 244 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 11 – paragraph 1 1. In addition to what is provided for by Article 13 of Council Regulation (EC) No 1967/2006, the use of trawls in the western Mediterranean Sea shall be prohibited at least within the 100 m isobath
Amendment 245 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 11 – paragraph 1a (new) 1a. By way of derogation from paragraph 1, the use of trawls shall be prohibited within 20 nautical miles of the coast or within the 100m isobath where that depth is reached at a shorter distance from the coast.
Amendment 246 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 11 – paragraph 2 2. Within two years of the adoption of this Regulation and on the basis of the scientific advice, the Member States
Amendment 247 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 11 – paragraph 2 2.
Amendment 248 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 11 – paragraph 2 2. Within two years of the adoption of this Regulation and on the basis of the scientific advice, the Member States concerned shall establish other closure areas where there is evidence of a high heavy concentrations of juvenile fish, fish below minimum conservation reference size and of spawning grounds of demersal stocks, in particular for the stocks
Amendment 249 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 11 – paragraph 3 3. Where the closure areas referred to in paragraph 2 affect fishing vessels of several Member States, the Commission shall be empowered to adopt delegated acts in accordance with Article 8 of Regulation (EU) No 1380/2013 and Article 18 of this Regulation and on the basis of the scientific advice, establishing the closure areas concerned, provided that fishermen affected by those fishing bans receive fair compensation.
Amendment 250 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 11 – paragraph 3 3. Where the closure areas referred to in paragraph 2 affect fishing vessels of several Member States, the Commission
Amendment 251 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 11 – paragraph 3 3. Where the closure areas referred to in paragraph 2 affect fishing vessels of several Member States, the Commission shall be empowered to adopt delegated acts in accordance with Article 8 of Regulation (EU) No 1380/2013 and Article 18 of this Regulation and on the basis of the best available scientific advice, establishing the closure areas concerned.
Amendment 252 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 12 – paragraph 1 1. The stocks referred to in Article 1(3) of this Regulation shall be managed on the basis of
Amendment 253 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 12a (new) Amendment 254 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 12a (new) Article 12a Managementof incidental catches of protected species 1. National scientific research programmes shall be established to identify the overlap of sensitive species with fishing gear and fishing effort and determine technical solutions for fishing gears. 2. A range of scientifically tested technical solutions shall be applied in the western Mediterranean Sea to protect sensitive species. This shall include implementing scaring devices on-board vessels, setting the nets at night, shielding hooks until a predetermined depth, and increasing the sink rate of the hooks for all longline vessels in order to protect seabirds. 3. Spatial measures shall be applied in the western Mediterranean Sea where scientific research has identified areas where sensitive species are known to be incidentally caught until these can be replaced with other technical measures. 4.Where Member States do not implement management measures to protect species and habitats in the western Mediterranean Sea from the negative impact of fishing operations, the Commission is empowered to adopt delegated acts as provided in article 13 of this Regulation.
Amendment 255 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 12a (new) Article 12a Management of incidental catches of protected species 1. For the management of protected seabirds that are impacted by fishing in the western Mediterranean Sea, management measures shall be adopted for all longline vessels, including applying scaring devices on-board vessels, setting the nets at night, and increasing the sink rate of the hooks. 2. Where Member States do not implement management measures to protect species and habitats in the western Mediterranean Sea on which fishing has an impact, the Commission is empowered to adopt delegated acts, in accordance with Article 18, supplementing this Regulation by adopting detailed management measures.
Amendment 256 #
Other
Amendment 257 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 13 – paragraph 1 – introductory part 1.
Amendment 258 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 13 – paragraph 1 – introductory part 1. The Commission is empowered to adopt delegated acts in accordance with Article 18 supplementing this Regulation by establishing
Amendment 259 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 13 – paragraph 1 – introductory part 1. The Commission is empowered to adopt delegated acts in accordance with Article 18 of this Regulation and Article 18 of Regulation (EU) No 1380/2013 supplementing this Regulation by establishing
Amendment 260 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 13 – paragraph 1 – introductory part 1. The Commission, after consulting the Member States, is empowered to adopt delegated acts in accordance with Article 18 supplementing this Regulation by establishing the following technical conservation measures:
Amendment 261 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 13 – paragraph 1 – point a (a) specifying the characteristics of fishing gear, in particular mesh size, hook size, number of hooks, construction of the gear, twine thickness, size of the gear or use of additional devices to improve selectivity, to reduce unwanted catches and to minimise the negative impact of fishing operations on the ecosystem;
Amendment 262 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 13 – paragraph 1 – point a (a) specifying the characteristics of fishing gear, in particular mesh size, hook size, number of hooks, construction of the gear, twine thickness, size of the gear or use of additional devices to improve selectivity to reduce unwanted catches and to minimise negative impacts of fishing operations on the ecosystem;
Amendment 263 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 13 – paragraph 1 – point b (b) limiting the use of fishing gear, in particular immersion time and depth of gear deployment, or application of technical measures, so as to improve
Amendment 264 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 13 – paragraph 1 – point b (b) limiting the use of fishing gear, in particular immersion time and depth of gear deployment, so as to improve selectivity to reduce unwanted catches and to minimise negative impacts of fishing operations on the ecosystem;
Amendment 265 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 13 – paragraph 1 – point c (c) prohibiting or limiting fishing in specific areas or time periods to protect spawning and juvenile fish, fish below the minimum conservation reference size or non-target fish species, provided that fishermen affected by those fishing bans or limits receive fair compensation;
Amendment 266 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 13 – paragraph 1 – point c (c) prohibiting or limiting fishing in specific areas or time periods to protect spawning and juvenile fish, fish below the minimum conservation reference size or non-target fish species to reduce unwanted catches and to minimise negative impacts of fishing operations on the ecosystem;
Amendment 267 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 13 – paragraph 1 – point c (c) prohibiting or limiting fishing in specific areas or time periods to protect spawning and juvenile fish, fish below the minimum conservation reference size or non-target fish species, and to minimise the negative impact of fishing operations on the ecosystem;
Amendment 268 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 13 – paragraph 1 – point d (d) prohibiting or limiting fishing in specific areas or time periods to protect
Amendment 269 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 13 – paragraph 1 – point d (d) prohibiting or limiting fishing in specific areas or time periods to protect vulnerable ecosystems and species, and to minimise the negative impact of fishing operations on the ecosystem;
Amendment 270 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 13 – paragraph 1 – point f (f) on recreational fisheries (provided that, with a view to giving the mechanism a degree of flexibility, fishing opportunities set for recreational fishermen cover periods no less than one month long); and
Amendment 271 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 13 – paragraph 1 – point fa (new) ( a) establishing fish stock recovery areas pursuant to Article 8 of Regulation (EU) No 1380/2013;
Amendment 272 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 13 – paragraph 1 – point ga (new) (ga) establishing fish stock recovery areas, pursuant to Article 8 of Regulation (EU) No 1380/2013 to protect spawning and nursery areas for demersal stocks.
Amendment 273 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 13 – paragraph 1a (new) Amendment 274 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 13 – paragraph 3 Amendment 275 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 13 – paragraph 3 3. In the absence of a joint recommendation as referred to in Article 15(2) and after expiry of the applicable deadlines set out in that Article, the Commission, after consulting the Member States concerned, shall be empowered to adopt delegated acts in accordance with Article 18 supplementing this Regulation by adopting the measures listed in paragraph 1, where the scientific advice shows that
Amendment 276 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 14 – paragraph 1 Amendment 277 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 14 – paragraph 1 For all stocks of species in the western Mediterranean Sea to which the landing obligation applies under Article 15 of Regulation (EU) No 1380/2013, and for incidental catches of pelagic species in fisheries exploiting the stocks referred to in Article 1(2) to which the landing obligation applies, the Commission is empowered to adopt delegated acts in accordance with Article 15 supplementing this Regulation by adopting detailed measures for that obligation as provided for in points (a) to (e) of Article 15(5) or Regulation (EU) No 1380/2013.
Amendment 278 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 14 – paragraph 1 For all stocks of species in the western Mediterranean Sea to which the landing obligation applies under Article 15 of Regulation (EU) No 1380/2013, the Commission, after consulting the Member States, is empowered to adopt delegated acts in accordance with Article 15 supplementing this Regulation by adopting detailed measures for that obligation as provided for in points (a) to (e) of Article 15(5) or Regulation (EU) No 1380/2013.
Amendment 279 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 15 – paragraph 2a (new) 2a. In view of the shared nature of the stocks and where necessary, Member States shall establish regional partnerships with third countries outside the EU under the auspices of GFCM, in order to ensure the effectiveness of the regional management plans.
Amendment 280 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 16 – paragraph 1 Amendment 281 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 16 – paragraph 1 1. Where the scientific advice shows a change in the geographical distribution of the stocks listed in Article 1(2), the Commission, in agreement with the Member States concerned, is empowered to adopt delegated acts in accordance with Article 18 to amend this Regulation by adjusting the areas specified in Article 1(2) and Annex I in order to reflect that change.
Amendment 282 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 16 – paragraph 2 2. Where the scientific advice shows that the list of stocks set out in Article 1(2) needs to be amended, the Commission, after consulting the Member States concerned, may submit a proposal for the amend
Amendment 283 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 17 – paragraph 1 1. For the purposes of the annual report provided for in Article 50 of
Amendment 284 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 17 – paragraph 1 1. For the purposes of the annual report provided for in Article 50 of Regulation (EU) No 1380/2013, quantifiable indicators shall include annual estimates of F/FMSY and SSB for the stocks concerned, a socio-economic perspective and, where possible, for by- catch stocks. They may be complemented with other indicators on the basis of the scientific advice.
Amendment 285 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 17 – paragraph 2 2. Five years after the date of entry into force of this Regulation and every
Amendment 286 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 17 – paragraph 2 2.
Amendment 287 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 17 – paragraph 2 2.
Amendment 288 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 17 – paragraph 2 2.
Amendment 289 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 18 – paragraph 2 Amendment 290 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 18 – paragraph 6 6. A delegated act adopted pursuant to Articles 11, 12, 13, 14 and 16 shall enter into force only if neither the European Parliament nor the Council has expressed an objection within t
Amendment 291 #
Proposal for a regulation Article 19 – paragraph 1a (new) The European Maritime and Fisheries Fund shall make provision for support measures for permanent cessation measures, provided that a Member State can prove that the fleet segment’s activities are not in line with the fishing opportunities available to that segment, in accordance with Article 34 of Regulation (EU) 508/2014, by way of derogation from paragraph 4 of that Article.
Amendment 60 #
Proposal for a regulation Recital 4a (new) (4a) In accordance with Regulation (EU) No 1380/2013, Article 2(2), the maximum sustainable yield exploitation rate shall be achieved by 2015 where possible and, on a progressive, incremental basis at the latest by 2020 for all stocks.
Amendment 61 #
Proposal for a regulation Recital 5 (5) The objectives of the CFP are, amongst others, to ensure that fishing and aquaculture activities are environmentally sustainable in the long term, to apply the precautionary approach to fisheries management and to implement the ecosystem-based approach to fisheries management. It will also help supply the Union market with food of high nutritional value, reduce the Union market's dependence on food imports, encourage the direct and indirect creation of employment and economic development in coastal areas.
Amendment 62 #
Proposal for a regulation Recital 5 (5) The objectives of the CFP are, amongst others, to ensure
Amendment 63 #
Proposal for a regulation Recital 5 (5) The objectives of the CFP are, amongst others, to ensure that fishing
Amendment 64 #
Proposal for a regulation Recital 5 (5) The objectives of the CFP are, amongst others, to ensure that fishing and aquaculture activities are environmentally and socio-economically sustainable in the long term, to apply the precautionary approach to fisheries management and to implement the ecosystem-based approach to fisheries management.
Amendment 65 #
Proposal for a regulation Recital 5 (5) The objectives of the CFP are, amongst others, to ensure that fishing and aquaculture activities are environmentally and socio-economically sustainable in the long term, to apply the precautionary approach to fisheries management and to implement the ecosystem-based approach to fisheries management.
Amendment 66 #
Proposal for a regulation Recital 5 (5) The objectives of the CFP are, amongst others, to ensure that fishing and aquaculture activities are environmentally and socio-economically sustainable in the long term, to apply the precautionary approach to fisheries management and to implement the ecosystem-based approach to fisheries management.
Amendment 67 #
Proposal for a regulation Recital 6 (6) For the achievement of the CFP objectives, a number of conservation measures such as multi-annual plans, technical measures and the setting and allocation of fishing opportunities, should be adopted. However, we will not be able to restore fish stocks if we fail to reduce the growing impact of pollution, which comes mostly from land-based sources, but also from maritime activities (transport, oil, tourism, etc.).
Amendment 68 #
Proposal for a regulation Recital 6a (new) (6a) Regulation (EU) No 1380/2013 expressly sets the objective of restoring and maintaining populations of harvested species above levels which can produce maximum sustainable yield. To achieve this goal, Regulation (EU) No 1380/2013 stipulates that all stocks should gradually reach the level of stock exploitation capable of producing the maximum sustainable yield by 2015 if possible, or by 2020 at the latest.
Amendment 69 #
Proposal for a regulation Recital 6a (new) (6a) Regulation(EU) No 1380/2013 includes the restoration and maintenance of populations of harvested species above levels capable of producing MSY as an explicit goal, as regards the exploitation of living marine biological resources. Therefore, in accordance with Article 2(2) thereof, the corresponding exploitation rate was to be achieved by 2015 where possible and, on a progressive, incremental basis at the latest by 2020 for all stocks, and should be maintained thereafter.
Amendment 70 #
(7) Pursuant to Articles 9 and 10 of Regulation (EU) No 1380/2013, multi- annual plans are to be based on scientific, technical and economic advice. In accordance with those provisions, the multi-annual plan provided for in this Regulation should contain objectives, quantifiable targets with clear timeframes, conservation reference points, safeguards and technical measures designed to avoid and reduce unwanted catches. The same robust approach will, of course, be taken to the reduction of pollution from land- based sources or maritime activities (transport, oil, tourism, etc.), which makes fish stocks acutely vulnerable.
Amendment 71 #
Proposal for a regulation Recital 7 (7) Pursuant to Articles 9 and 10 of Regulation (EU) No 1380/2013, multi- annual plans are to be based on scientific, technical and economic advice. In accordance with those provisions, the multi-annual plan provided for in this Regulation should contain objectives, quantifiable targets with clear timeframes, conservation reference points, safeguards and technical measures designed to avoid and reduce unwanted catches, and to minimise the impacts of fishing activities on the marine environment.
Amendment 72 #
Proposal for a regulation Recital 7 (7) Pursuant to Articles 9 and 10 of Regulation (EU) No 1380/2013, multi- annual plans are to be based on scientific, technical and economic advice. In accordance with those provisions, the multi-annual plan provided for in this Regulation should contain objectives, quantifiable targets with clear timeframes, conservation reference points, safeguards and technical measures designed to avoid and reduce unwanted catches and to minimise the impact on the marine environment.
Amendment 73 #
Proposal for a regulation Recital 7 (7) Pursuant to Articles 9 and 10 of Regulation (EU) No 1380/2013, multi- annual plans are to be based on scientific, technical and economic advice. In accordance with those provisions, the multi-annual plan provided for in this Regulation should contain objectives, quantifiable targets with clear timeframes, conservation reference points, safeguards and technical measures designed to avoid, reduce and pre
Amendment 74 #
Proposal for a regulation Recital 7a (new) (7a) Pursuant to the principles of the Common Fisheries Policy and to guarantee a level playing field and fair competition between sea basins, there should be a uniform framework in all multi-annual plans and no sea basin specific derogations regarding the objectives expressed in Article 2(2) of Regulation (EU) No 1380/2013.
Amendment 75 #
Proposal for a regulation Recital 8 (8) ‘Best available scientific advice’ refers to publicly available scientific advice that is supported by the most up-to-date scientific data and methods and has either been issued or peer-reviewed by an independent scientific body that is recognised at Union or international level
Amendment 76 #
Proposal for a regulation Recital 8 (8) ‘Best available scientific advice’ refers to publicly available scientific advice
Amendment 77 #
Proposal for a regulation Recital 9 (9) The Commission should obtain the best available scientific advice for the stocks within the scope of the multi-annual plan. In order to do so it should consult in particular the Scientific, Technical and Economic Committee for Fisheries (‘STECF’). The Commission should in particular obtain publicly available
Amendment 78 #
Proposal for a regulation Recital 11 (11) France, Italy and Spain have adopted management plans under Regulation (EC) No 1967/2006. However, there is a lack of consistency between the plans and they do not take account of all the gears exploiting demersal stocks and the straddling distribution of certain stocks and fishing fleets. Besides, those plans have proven ineffective in meeting the objectives set in the CFP. Member States and stakeholders have expressed support for the development and implementation of a multi-annual plan at Union level for the stocks concerned. The countries should implement the measures set out in this Regulation jointly in order to maximise their effectiveness.
Amendment 79 #
Proposal for a regulation Recital 12 (12) The STECF has shown that exploitation of most demersal stocks in the western Mediterranean exceeds by far the levels required to achieve MSY, and this is likely to keep the risk of collapse for the stocks and the Fisheries concerned high.
Amendment 80 #
Proposal for a regulation Recital 12 (12) The STECF has shown that exploitation of most demersal stocks in the western Mediterranean exceeds by far the levels required to achieve MSY, and that over-exploitation poses a high biological risk that those stocks will collapse.
Amendment 81 #
Proposal for a regulation Recital 14 (14) That plan should take account of the mixed nature of the fisheries and the dynamics between the stocks driving them, i.e. hake (Merluccius merluccius), red mullet (Mullus barbatus), Striped red mullet (Mullus surmuletus),Blackbellied angler (Lophius budegassa), Angler (Lophius piscatorius), Bluewhiting (Micromesistius poutassou), Common octopus (Octopus vulgaris), Commonpandora (Pagellus erythrinus), European seabass (Dicentrarchus labrax), Mantisshrimp (Squilla mantis), Poor cod (Trisopterus minutus), Common sole (Solea solea), deep-water rose shrimp (Parapenaeus longirostris), Norway
Amendment 82 #
Proposal for a regulation Recital 15 (15)
Amendment 83 #
Proposal for a regulation Recital 15 (15) Given their importance, the plan provided for in this Regulation should cover recreational fisheries catching western Mediterranean demersal stocks. Where such fisheries have a significant impact on stocks, the multi-annual plan provided for by this Regulation should provide for the possibility of specific management measures which do not harm the professional fisheries sector.
Amendment 84 #
Proposal for a regulation Recital 17 (17) The objective of the plan provided for in this Regulation should be to contribute to the achievement of the CFP, and in particular, re
Amendment 85 #
Proposal for a regulation Recital 17 (17) The objective of the plan provided for in this Regulation should be to contribute to the achievement of the CFP, and in particular, reaching and maintaining MSY for the target stocks, implementing the landing obligation for demersal stocks subject to minimum conservation reference size, and promoting a fair standard of living for those who depend on fishing activities, bearing in mind coastal fisheries and socio-economic aspects. It should also implement the ecosystem-based approach to fisheries management
Amendment 86 #
Proposal for a regulation Recital 17 (17) The objective of the plan provided for in this Regulation should be to
Amendment 87 #
Proposal for a regulation Recital 17 (17) The objective of the plan provided for in this Regulation should be to contribute to the achievement of the CFP, and in particular, reaching and maintaining MSY for the target stocks
Amendment 88 #
Proposal for a regulation Recital 17 (17) The objective of the plan provided for in this Regulation should be to contribute to the achievement of the objectives of the CFP, and in particular,
Amendment 89 #
Proposal for a regulation Recital 17a (new) (17a) A restructuring of the fleet may be necessary for the effective implementation of this Regulation and for the fulfilment of the objectives of the CFP. It is therefore necessary to provide for the possibility for the countries to draw up fleet and effort restructuring plans in order to enhance selectivity and energy efficiency, for which reason they should have access to aid for scrapping and modernisation. To this end, the European Maritime and Fisheries Fund should be amended to take account of these instruments.
Amendment 90 #
Proposal for a regulation Recital 18 (18) In order to achieve the objectives established in Article 2(2) of Regulation (EU)No 1380/2013, it is appropriate to establish the target fishing mortality (F) that corresponds to the objective of reaching and maintaining
Amendment 91 #
Proposal for a regulation Recital 18 (18) It is appropriate to establish the target fishing mortality (F) that corresponds to the objective of reaching
Amendment 92 #
Proposal for a regulation Recital 19 Amendment 93 #
Proposal for a regulation Recital 19 Amendment 94 #
Proposal for a regulation Recital 19 (19) For the purposes of fixing fishing opportunities, there should be FMSY ranges for ‘normal use’ and, subject to the good status of the stocks concerned, more flexible FMSY ranges. It should be possible to set fishing opportunities within the latter only if, on the basis of the scientific advice,
Amendment 95 #
Proposal for a regulation Recital 21 (21) Appropriate safeguards should be put in place to ensure that the targets are met and to trigger remedial measures where needed, amongst others where stocks fall below the conservation reference points. Remedial measures should include emergency measures in accordance with Articles 12 and 13 of Regulation (EU) No 1380/2013, fishing opportunities and other specific conservation measures, but also financial aid for fishermen directly affected by those measures.
Amendment 96 #
Proposal for a regulation Recital 23 (23) In order to ensure transparent access to fisheries and the achievement of
Amendment 97 #
Proposal for a regulation Recital 24 Amendment 98 #
Proposal for a regulation Recital 24 (24) Given the worrying situation of nearly all demersal stocks in the western
Amendment 99 #
Proposal for a regulation Recital 25 (25) Where scientific advice shows that recreational fisheries have a significant impact on the fishing mortality of the stocks concerned, the Council should take them into account. To that effect, the Council may set fishing opportunities through the effort regime for commercial catches which takes into account the volume of recreational catches and/or to adopt other measures restricting recreational fisheries. In any event, to give the mechanism a degree of flexibility, fishing opportunities set for recreational fishermen should cover periods no less than one month long.
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