Sandeel fishing consultation: review of scientific evidence

1 Aim of this Report

This report provides a review of the available scientific evidence on the potential effects of sandeel fisheries management on the marine environment. It includes information on the drivers of sandeel distribution and abundance, the importance of sandeel to other fish species, seabirds and marine mammals, and the potential effects of sandeel fisheries management measures upon these species. The report's focus is not on the provision of advice on whether sandeel fisheries management measures should be put in place.