Tag Archives: deep sea fishing

The lockdown rules in Wales that now differ from England

Lockdown rules for Wales and England remain dramatically different for both countries, with Boris Johnson announcing on Wednesday that “support bubbles” can be created in England. The PM announced the new rule while leading the Downing Street coronavirus briefing on Wednesday, going further than the regulation introduced last Monday which allowed people to meet up outdoors in groups of six …

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Live updates across Nottinghamshire on first day as lockdown restrictions are eased

After more than six weeks of lockdown to prevent the spread of coronavirus, some restrictions will today be eased, allowing more freedom for many people. From Wednesday (May 13), those who do not have to shield can travel to any location in England and also exercise as much as they want. This has been extended to relaxing in parks and …

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Wales’ Covid-19 lockdown rules explained – with answers on work, going out and meeting family

As we enter week eight of lockdown the message for Wales is still very much “stay at home, protect the NHS and save lives”. But many people are still confused about exactly what they can and cannot do – especially after rules changed in England and some minor changes were made here in Wales. Three small changes were made to …

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Police question whether fishing is even exercise and tell anglers they can’t drive amid confusion over rules

The Chief Constable of Dyfed Powys Police has questioned whether fishing counts as exercise amid confusion over regulations. Earlier this week, it was confirmed that angling locally was allowed in Wales under the new lockdown laws, with First Minister Mark Drakeford stressing that while it is permitted, the Welsh Government continues to encourage people to stay home. However, its reintroduction …

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Fish of the Week: Lord of the flies

There are plenty of superstitions in fishing. We all know a spawny angler – one where the more they fish, the luckier they get. I’ve got a few pals that, as much as I’ll put it down to fluke, are just good anglers who would catch anywhere. But even they put a great deal of stock in special lines, lucky …

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Fishing beats the gym every time

If December is a time for elections and reflections, then January surely brings a moment of transition and ambition. Tradition dictates that we announce our resolutions for the ensuing 12 months. To become a better version of ourselves, we resolve to give up the stuff that is bad for us and to take up stuff that is good for us. …

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Today’s lockdown lifting rules at a glance – what you need to know

New rules on what people can and cannot do in England have come into force as the Government eases coronavirus restrictions. Exercise is no longer limited to once a day, and those want to go fishing are able to do so. Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland are either adhering to existing rules or writing their own amendments. – Exercise and …

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Tennis, fishing and unlimited exercise allowed from Wednesday – Government

People will also be allowed to drive to parks and other open spaces “irrespective” of how far away they are located. Angling is permitted from Wednesday (Danny Lawson/PA) While recreational activities such as tennis, angling and golf will be permitted, team sports will not be allowed “except with members of your own household”, the strategy, which was published on Monday, …

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The new rules on playing sport and exercising in Wales and England after Boris Johnson speech causes confusion

In his 15-minute speech on Sunday night, Boris Johnson lifted a number of restrictions in England, allowing individuals to undertake “unlimited exercise”, play sport with members of their own household and encouraging some to return to work. But the changes, which come into force on Wednesday (May 13), will not apply to people in Wales, with First Minister Mark Drakeford …

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Passionate anglers praised for clearing trashed Torquay beauty spot

A group of Romanian anglers have been praised by seal conservationists for clearing an internationally important Devon site of scientific interest. Hopes Nose is a beautiful wild headland on the outskirts of Torquay – but during lockdown up to 52 anglers have been spotted there at one time, with up to six tents, bonfires, rubbish and human excrement left behind. …

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