Angling Improvement Fund – Biosecurity and Invasive Non Native Species
THIS FUND IS NOW OPEN
In the last 5 years the Environment Agency has invested over £1,000,000 of fishing licence income in over 300 Angling Improvement funded projects helping to protect fisheries across the country.
There is £100,000 available. This round will remain open until all funds have been exhausted. This will enable us to respond to Biosecurity problems when they are most needed.
Who can apply to the Angling Improvement Fund?
Applicant venues must be located in England and offer a form of fishing covered by an Environment Agency non-migratory trout and coarse fishing licence.
Successful applicants must consent to any publicity relating to the funding award and its project as may be required by the Angling Trust and/or Environment Agency.
Eligible organisations include:
· Unincorporated associations such as clubs and syndicates
· Commercial fisheries
· Local authorities
· Limited companies
· Community Interest Companies
· Charities
(Governance documentation may be required before access to the application portal is granted)
How to apply
Read the guidance note for applicants (link below) which explains everything you need to know about how to apply to the fund
We have also provided 2 further guidance documents for specific projects relating to either the installation of a washdown facility and/or the control of invasive species.
Need further assistance?
Please contact:
Andy Petch, Fisheries Funding Manager – 07495 433 626 for general enquires relating to your application
Chloe Guy, Fisheries Funding Administrator – 07496 251 827 for registration and technical queries
