The Environment Agency is erecting signs in popular fishing areas throughout the Midlands, reminding anglers that they must have a valid rod licence if they want to take advantage of better weather and go fishing in the summer holidays.
Fisheries Officer Andy Roberts said “It is our busiest time of the year for anglers and we are expecting large numbers of people to go fishing. We hope they will enjoy themselves but we would like to remind anglers that they need a valid rod licence before they go fishing.
“Those who are found without a licence face prosecution and a fine of up to £2500 – not quite the holiday memories some may want to remember. Our bailiffs will be checking in all areas and it is really not worth taking the chance of being caught. â€
At the request of some fisheries owners the Environment Agency has provided the warning signs to remind angers that they must have a licence.
Getting hold of a licence has never been easier – you can buy Full, Junior, 8-day and 1-day licences from our website www.environment-agency.gov.uk.
You can also buy a rod licence from any Post Office in England and Wales, or on our telephone sales line: 0870 1662 662. From March to October the telephone line is open 8 am – 8pm every day, and sells all licence types.
For those who are not sure where to go fish, the Environment Agency produces a Midland region fishing guide that gives details of fisheries that can be fished for a day ticket fee. The booklet also includes local bylaws and contact details for angling clubs and tackle shops. The guide costs £2.99 and is available from our Customer Contact Centre on 08708 506506.
