#TECM2608394ADecree of April 1, 2026 Regulating Recreational Fishing of Mackerel (Scomber scombrus)
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This French decree, effective the day after its publication, imposes a daily catch limit of 10 mackerel (Scomber scombrus) per recreational angler in ICES zones 4, 7 and 8, covering the Atlantic, English Channel and North Sea façades. The limit applies to both retained and captured fish. It immediately binds all vessels flying the French flag upon entry into force. Vessels flying flags of third countries operating in French territorial waters must comply 45 days after the decree enters into force. The measure aims to protect mackerel stocks in these key maritime areas through a strict per-person daily quota for leisure fishing.
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Key Changes
- Daily limit of 10 mackerel (captured and retained) per recreational fisher per day
- Applies in ICES zones 4, 7 and 8 (Atlantic, English Channel, North Sea)
- Immediate application to all French-flagged vessels upon entry into force
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Obligations
What this law requires
Limit recreational fishing of mackerel (Scomber scombrus) to a maximum of 10 specimens per angler per day in ICES zones 4, 7, and 8
Count both captured and retained mackerel toward the daily limit of 10 specimens per angler
Comply with the daily mackerel catch limit immediately upon entry into force (the day after publication)
Comply with the daily mackerel catch limit within 45 days after the decree enters into force
Ensure execution of this decree within respective jurisdictions