FACT launches two posters to save Nation's fisheries

Fish theft and spread of disease have been the big issues for Britain's anglers over the last two years. The Fish Welfare Group, a working committee of Fisheries and Angling Conservation Trust (FACT), today launches two posters carrying key messages for the health of our fisheries;
"Don't steal, cook or kill fish" and "Don't kill a fishery".

Anti-Theft Poster

The "Don't steal, cook or kill fish" message is illustrated in a series of pictograms which have been tested on non-anglers and anglers alike and avoid the need for complex signs in many languages. Pictograms are readily understood regardless of mother tongue. Originally developed by CEMEX Angling, the Company has kindly allowed FACT to develop the theme, find sponsorship for its production and to use the design to benefit all our fisheries.

The Don't steal poster addresses the problem of the removal of coarse fish from rivers, canals and lakes, which has been headline news for some time.

"If you want to catch a fish to eat - then try stillwater trout fishing" - says David Moore, Chairman of the Association of Stillwater Game Fishery Managers (ASGFM).

Don't kill a Fishery Poster

The "Don't kill a fishery" poster is aimed at stopping the disposal of unwanted pet fish and non-native aquatic plants in natural waters. It highlights the environmental dangers of illegal introductions of pet and non-native fish and plants and warns garden pond and aquarium keepers of the penalties which can apply. Pet and non-native fish can spread diseases, which have the potential to wipe out fisheries. Non-native plants can be highly invasive and do not provide a suitable habitat for insects, which are the base of the food chain for fish.