National Federation of Fishermen's Organisations

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The National Federation of Fishermen's Organisations (NFFO) is a main British trade organisation representing British fishermen, in relation to European fishing regulations.

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History

It was founded in 1977, in relation to new European regulations which were enacted in 1983.

The organisation was incorporated in June 2008.

Structure

It is headquartered in central York. [1]

Training

A division of the organisation provides training for British fishermen.

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References

  1. "The National Federation of Fishermen's Organisation Limited - Overview". find-and-update.company-information.service.gov.uk. Retrieved 9 November 2020.