The control and enforcement of fisheries in the Netherlands
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This case study assesses the Netherlands’ compliance with EU laws for detecting, prosecuting and sanctioning illegal fishing practices by its vessels and in its waters. It is based on a combination of desk-based research and interviews with key stakeholders.
Our key findings and recommendations include:
This report is part of a series of case studies on the control and enforcement of fisheries in Europe, with other case studies including in France, England, the Republic of Ireland and Poland. A summary report brings together findings from all four countries to make broader recommendations.