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There is so much more to fishing than just catching fish. Through real conversations with real fishermen, fishing experts and the people who write the rules, we'll help you navigate complex fishing regulations, be more safety-aware, keep up to date on market trends and much more. We'll also be scouring the UK coast for amazing stories from fishing families - connecting you to harbours, boats, and people, around the country. Fathom is brought to you by the Cornish Fish Producers' Organisation and funded by The Seafarers' Charity.
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In this third episode of the fourth series, CFPO CEO Chris Ranford and guest co-host Charles Blyth, the Risk, Safety & Training Lead at the NFFO are joined by Julie Carlton, Seafarer Safety & Health Manager at the MCA as we revisit medicals ahead of the fast approaching November 2023 deadline. Fathom kicked off this series at the start of the year with a broad look into the world of health and safety at sea and shared insights and issues to be aware of for the year ahead from fishing...
For the premiere of the fourth series, CFPO CEO Chris Ranford and guest co-host Clive Palfrey, from Seafood Cornwall Training, who is Fathom’s in-house specialist on all things safety, are joined by Charles Blyth, the Risk, Safety & Training Lead at the NFFO. It’s been over two years since Fathom has recorded a safety-themed episode, and given the ever-shifting nature of health & safety regulation and new requirements on the horizon, it’s a really important topic to start on and a mus...
Our second flash episode sees us talking to Duncan MacInnes from the Western Isles Fishermen’s Association. We chat to Duncan about how the new Marine Fund Scotland is helping young Scottish fishermen buy fishing vessels, and how this could help revitalise Scotland’s fishing industry. Duncan also talks about the history of funding and cooperation in his region, and we consider whether these models could be emulated elsewhere in the UK.
For our first ever flash episode, we head out to sea in Wells with Ashley Mullenger, aka The Female Fisherman. We chat to Ashley from her boat about using social media to connect with other fishermen around the UK, engaging with the media and public on the realities of small-scale commercial fishing, and spreading the word of local seafood.
'This isn't about a regulator wanting to do something for regulation's sake. This is about ensuring that the industry has somewhere to go in the years ahead '. Are you a vessel owner? Did you recently receive a letter from the Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) about safety and compliance with ILO188? We’re here to help. You will have heard a lot of safety talk flying around over the past year, but it’s something the industry can still improve on. With a heartbreaking seven lives lost...
For our second episode of the season, we delve into the baffling, yet essential topic of finance. We wanted this episode to be as useful as possible for the industry, so we’ve reached out to gain practical, on-the-ground insight, and understand what fishermen can do to become financially secure and get businesses off the ground. With various grants being announced for the industry, such as the MMO’s new Fisheries and Seafood Scheme (FSS), what are these pots of money for, and how can fisherme...
We’re back for the second season of Fathom, and we have a treat of a first episode for you. Following what’s been an incredibly difficult year, we shine some positive light on the future of British Fish. This episode weaves together three stories of how individuals and organisations are pulling together to promote quality, wild-caught, sustainably harvested seasonal British fish and shellfish to British consumers. We hear voices from right across the supply chain, starting with the catc...
Thanks to funding from The Sefararers' Charity, the Fathom podcast is getting ready to launch a second series! We'll be releasing monthly episodes, covering a wide range of fishing industry issues. As usual, we'll be breaking down complex subjects through meaningful conversations and getting to the heart of what matters. From policy to safety, finance and funding, to marketing, welfare support, and training - we'll be seeking out the experts that know the subject best, so you don't hav...
If you have been tuned in to the discussion on social media, it will not come as news to you that the Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) have launched an open consultation on the revised small vessel code, MSN 1871. The new Code of Practice will affect all fishing vessels of less than 15m in length and, with a focus on safety, arrives at a critical moment when a great deal of attention is being brought to the fatalities suffered on small vessels over the years. The objectives ar...
‘All fishermen know the job is dangerous… it’s nice to keep it in your mind that there are people who care about you at home… rather than, you need to wear your lifejacket, you need to do this, you need to do that!’ Ben, skipper at Newlyn This week is a special episode of Fathom to celebrate and share #MaritimeSafetyWeek, #SeafarersWeek and the launch of a powerful new fishing safety campaign, #HomeandDry. We have taken this opportunity to have a conversation with not one, but five peop...
In this episode of the Fathom podcast, we hear from Kara Brydson from Fisheries Innovation Scotland (FIS) and Paul Macdonald from the Scottish Fishermen's Organisation (SFO). FIS as an organisation that ‘brings together fishermen and other experts along the seafood supply chain, to champion innovation and try new things – to make Scottish fisheries more prosperous and sustainable.' Kara outlines what innovation means to FIS and how FIS projects must be practical and impactful. What makes FIS...
Fathom host, Paul Trebilcock, has an open and honest conversation with the CEO of Seafish, Marcus Coleman, as we navigate the uncertainty surrounding COVID-19 and Brexit for the UK seafood industry. From the impact of the Sea for Yourself marketing campaign to navigating new regulatory regimes and labelling requirements, Marcus also discussed future plans for Seafish. Paul asks some critical questions, highlighting the needs and challenges for the industry as we look into the f...
2020 is likely to be one of the most significant years in British fishing. Coronavirus, loss of market, opportunities of a domestic market, direct selling, new marketing opportunities, and we haven't even touched on the subject of Brexit. What will be next? Chris Ranford and Paul Trebilcock are back with bi-weekly episodes after five weeks of weekly rapid response episodes. Paul, Chief Executive of the CFPO, takes this opportunity to reflect on the last eight weeks: t...
This week, Paul Trebilcock and Chris Ranford take us back to the quayside to speak to Seafood Cornwall's Safety Advisor, Clive Palfrey, to talk about how fishermen can utilise their time in isolation to think about safety on their vessels and get ready for when lockdown is lifted. Clive also reminds all fishermen that the social distance measurement is 'one fathom' and explains why it's important to stick to government advice. Paul and Chris also speak to young fisherman, Tom Lamb...
This is a landmark episode for Fathom and the fishing industry. Appointed on 14th February 2020, Fisheries Minister Victoria Prentis MP was still new to the brief when the Covid-19 outbreak hit the UK, wreaking havoc with fishing supply chains and threatening fishing businesses. Last week, her Department announced a £10 million bespoke support package for the fishing industry - recognising many fishermen were falling through the gaps of the general, national grant and loan schemes announced b...
In this week's episode Chris and Paul interview Alison Freeman, Fisheries Programme Manager at The Fishmongers' Company, about their new joint grant scheme set up with Seafarers UK. Alison explains the fund has been set up to keep the industry up and running and buoyant. She promises the application process is not a lengthy process and encourages people to work collaboratively on their project ideas. Apply for the scheme here: http://fishonfriday.org.uk/grants/ Chris and Paul also interview ...
This week on the Fathom podcast, Paul Trebilcock and Chris Ranford, interview two guests, sharing the voices of those who are still at sea, catching, landing and selling, and those working at a national and political level. Fathom's first guest is Andrew Stevens, a fisherman who has been successfully selling his catch directly to a fishmonger for a number of years. Andrew discusses his experience with direct selling and offers guidance to those wanting to set up a direct selling...
The Fathom team continue to bring you our rapid-fire Fathom episodes in response to the ongoing Covid-19 crisis. This week Paul and Chris interview the Chief Executive Officer of the Marine Management Organisation (MMO), Tom McCormack CBE. In this short 20-minute episode, Paul asks Tom how the MMO will be guiding the industry through this crisis and what support they will be offering. Tom outlines his vision for the next few months and asks fishermen to step forward to let the MMO know...
Another rapid-fire Fathom in response to the ongoing Covid-19 crisis, and examining its impacts on the fishing and seafood industries. After an extremely busy week of #FishToYourDoor campaign work, Paul and Chris dive into: The current state of the market - what's being landed and how are prices looking.How #FishToYourDoor has played out so far, and how it's helping merchants in Cornwall keep their businesses open whilst feeding families across the county and country, including an interview w...
In response to Covid-19 and its immediate impact on the fishing industry, Paul and Chris discuss the following topics: The current state of the market in the south west The emergency #FishtoYourDoor initiative set up by Seafood Cornwall to provide a matchmaking service to customers in isolation who want fresh fish delivered to their door with fish merchants and fishmongers who can provide a delivery service. The customer gets Cornish fish on demand, and supports local fisherm...
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