Analysis of Optimal Allocation of Nephrops Fishing Grounds in Scotland's Waters

The aim of the research is to help inform and expand the evidence base supporting the Scottish Government’s Future of Fisheries Management programme of work. This project will specifically look to build on existing data and evidence to establish a baseline of the Nephrops industry in Scotland before proceeding to develop an analytical framework or model to test for what an optimal Nephrops industry would look like under various policy objectives to be agreed with the steering group. This research will be undertaken...