The Environment Agency is once again reminding anglers of the new byelaw on the River Ribble in Lancashire, limiting the number of salmon that can be caught and killed.

From 16th June through to the end of the salmon season on 31st October 2008, anglers are permitted to fish for salmon but can only take and retain a maximum of 2 salmon per person.

The mandatory bag limit will also be supported by a free and voluntary tagging scheme to enable anglers to follow the byelaws with ease. The simple procedure will ensure each salmon carcass is marked with a unique ID tag as soon as it is removed.

The tagging scheme is supported by the Environment Agency, Ribble Fisheries Consultative and Lancashire Fisheries Consultative.

All anglers are being urged to take part in the scheme and tags are available from a number of outlets throughout the region.

Although the tagging scheme is voluntary, anglers should be aware that the byelaw is mandatory and must be complied with.

Richard McIlwain, Fisheries Team Leader for Lancashire, said: “In 2007 and in consultation with netsmen and representatives from Ribble Fisheries and Lancashire Fisheries Consultatives, we made the decision to introduce the byelaw in order to further protect the salmon stock in the river.

Controls on exploitation are one of a number of measures employed to help improve the fishery.  These changes are vital to preserve the long-term future of fisheries interests on the Ribble.

For further information on the Ribble Catchment area byelaws and the voluntary tagging scheme call 08708 506506.

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