CFP reform delayed again

The Common Fisheries Policy (CFP) of the European Union, which governs how member states manage their fish stocks, is typically reformed every 10 years. The most recent version was adopted in 2013, and efforts to update it have faced repeated delays.

Amendment planned for October 20

The European Commission, the EU’s executive body, is set to amend the CFP on Tuesday, October 20. However, this update is expected to be relatively minor and not a comprehensive overhaul of the policy.

Focus on minor adjustments

Sources indicate that the upcoming changes will focus on technical adjustments and administrative improvements rather than significant policy shifts. This approach reflects ongoing debates among EU member states about the best way to manage fisheries sustainably.

Fisheries management remains contentious

Fisheries management remains a contentious issue within the EU, with member states often at odds over quotas and conservation measures. The lack of a full reform has left many aspects of the policy unchanged for nearly a decade.