The permits allow for annual catches of 209 fin whales and 217 mike whales.

The call comes amid delays in the opening of a new border inspection post in France.

The Peterhead market has until now stuck with the old method of buyers calling out their bids.

A 38-year-old man was arrested and two Ghanaian men were removed from the vessel as part of the operation.

A petition has been launched to improve St Andrew's Dock as a mark of respect to lost trawlermen.

The Ghanaian fishermen were rescued from Annan based scallop-trawler Olivia Jean in 2020.

Deputies support the environment minister's proposals, but reject plans for larger conservation areas.

The fishing community gathered at the Minquiers on Thursday.