Bertie Armstrong, chief executive of the Scottish Fishermen’s Federation, has released a statement on the UK’s decision to leave the EU, and says that the SFF will do everything it can to ensure the best deal for fishing.
“The result of the referendum brings both opportunities and challenges for the fishing industry and the Scottish Fishermen’s Federation will be doing everything in its power to ensure that the best possible deal is achieved for fishing during the exit negotiations,” said Mr Armstrong.
“To aid this process, it is vital that we have clarity from both the UK and Scottish Governments on their future intentions for fishing. Our national governments must work closely with the industry over the coming months and years to ensure that the right framework is put in place to deliver a prosperous future.”
Meanwhile, Scott Landsburgh, chief executive of Scottish Salmon Producers’ Organisation said has said that it is business as usual for the salmon farming industry.
“Salmon farming will continue business as usual and is confident that, as Scotland’s No. 1 food export, Scottish salmon will continue to consolidate its commercial success in the coming months and in the long term, with the accompanying benefit to our national economy and to the rural communities where the industry operates. This confidence comes from the fact that we produce a world class, premium product.
“Europe is an important market representing around 40% of our export tonnage, but we export to more than 60 countries including the USA and Far East. “
