Permits


Sussex IFCA uses an online permit system to regulate hand gathering, oyster and shellfish activities under the relevant byelaws.

The permits helps Sussex IFCA understand the level of fishing activity taking place within our district. This information supports a clearer picture of local fisheries and helps inform future management decisions.

Below you will find the application forms for each byelaw, along with guidance to assist you, as well as links to each byelaw and supporting documents to help explain the requirements.

Chichester Harbour Oyster Permit

PLEASE NOTE THAT THE CHICHESTER HARBOUR OYSTER FISHERY WILL BE CLOSED INDEFINITELY

Following continued low density of native oyster stocks, and subsequent de-classification of the Chichester Harbour oyster beds, we have issued a formal notice of closure

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