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Keep up to date with the latest Loughs Agency news, announcements, and upcoming events.
Loughs Agency Announces Suspension of Native Oyster Fishery in Foyle area
Loughs Agency has made the decision to suspend the Native Oyster Fishery in the Foyle area, with the closure coming into effect at 6am on 24th October 2023 and remaining in place until 6pm on 29th February 2024. This decision was reached following an analysis of the latest stock assessment data, which is gathered by […]
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Declaration: Suspension of Oyster Fishing in the Foyle Area
The declaration suspending oyster fishing in the Foyle area can be viewed below: Declaration of Closure Oyster Fishery October 2023
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Loughs Agency welcomes delegation of Korean scientists to Derry~Londonderry
Loughs Agency recently welcomed a delegation from Korea to the North West as part of a two-day workshop focusing on transboundary cooperation for sustainable ocean and coastal areas. The workshop was organised and sponsored by Queen’s University Belfast and the Korea Maritime Institute, to discuss transboundary maritime issues in both the Korean peninsula and the […]
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Commercial Fisherman’s Licence Suspended for Illegal Fishing on Lough Foyle
A recent incident on Lough Foyle saw a commercial net fisherman’s licence suspended for one year after being caught illegally fishing in the waters near Redcastle, Co. Donegal. The incident occurred on 30th June 2022, when Fishery protection officers on patrol witnessed a small white boat near the shore. The officers investigated further and saw […]
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Loughs Agency statement on tributary of River Finn
Loughs Agency has released the following statement in relation to a pollution incident in a tributary of the River Finn: On Tuesday, 12th September, Loughs Agency was alerted to the potential presence of a pollutant into a tributary of the River Finn, allegedly stemming from a commercial premises. Loughs Agency Fishery Officers immediately initiated an […]
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Foyle & Carlingford Summer Ambassador Programme 2023
Congratulations to Loughs Agency’s first group of Summer Ambassadors. The Foyle & Carlingford Ambassador Programme took place across the Foyle Catchment area throughout the month of July. Young ambassadors attended a series of educational workshops, reviewed natural environments, and studied environmental preservation techniques. This highly rewarding experience brought lots of wonderful memories, with ambassadors developing their self-confidence, overcoming […]
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Loughs Agency and Faughan Anglers collaboration reveals fascinating sea trout growth in Lough Foyle system
A sea trout tagged as part of a collaborative project led by Loughs Agency and the River Faughan Anglers has provided remarkable insights into the growth and behaviour of these elusive fish within the Lough Foyle system. The ‘Casting for Knowledge’ initiative highlights the value of combining the expertise of local anglers and scientific researchers […]
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Exciting project completed thanks to Angling Improvement Fund 2023
A number of projects funded by Loughs Agency’s Angling Improvement Fund 2023, which aims to reinvest in angling-related initiatives that directly benefit the Foyle and Carlingford catchments, have officially commenced. Angling clubs, fisheries, charities and community organisations were among the groups invited by Loughs Agency to provide project ideas which could help to improve local […]
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Loughs Agency appeals for vigilance to the potential presence of Pacific salmon in Foyle and Carlingford Catchments
Loughs Agency has appealed to anglers and the general public to remain vigilant and report the presence of any Pacific pink salmon encountered in the Foyle and Carlingford Catchments during the coming months. In 2017, 2019 and 2021 this non-native fish species unexpectedly appeared in unprecedented numbers in multiple river systems on the island of […]
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Loughs Agency issues angling advice following hot weather spells
Loughs Agency is advising anglers to help preserve salmon and trout stocks in rivers following prolonged periods of hot weather across both the Foyle and Carlingford catchments. These extreme weather conditions have led to low river flows, high water temperatures and low oxygen levels in many bodies of water. Head of Science, Dr Sarah McLean […]
Read moreLoughs Agency Education Team deliver Education programmes
Over the last few weeks, Loughs Agency’s Education Team have been busy informing and educating pupils and teachers within the Foyle and Carlingford catchment areas about our waterways. St Mary’s College Education Officer Michael Cosgrove made several visits to St Marys College to help Year 11 and 12 students with some practical water quality assessments, […]
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StreamKeepers programme comes to Glenelly
An event aimed at encouraging people to get involved with their local waterways and environment has taken place in the Glenelly Valley. The StreamKeepers community outreach programme is facilitated by Loughs Agency, who are collaborating with Glenelly Historical Society for the most recent leg of the initiative. The project is funded by the Reconciliation Fund […]
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