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UK Launches Industry Consultation on Seafish Levy Hike

Seafish, a non-departmental public body headquartered in the UK, initiates a 12-week official consultation with the seafood sector regarding its plans for raising fees.

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UK Launches Industry Consultation on Seafish Levy Hike
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Seafish, a non-departmental public body serving the UK seafood industry and its affiliated sectors such as restaurants and retailers, has launched a 12-week formal consultation on proposed increases to its levy charges. These charges, which fund Seafish's regulatory guidance and services, have remained unchanged since 1999.
Following informal discussions with industry stakeholders in spring 2023 regarding potential adjustments to the levy system, the Seafish Board released a response in December. This document outlined how stakeholder feedback had been considered, leading to revisions in the initial levy proposal.
Mike Sheldon, Chair of the Seafish Board, emphasized the organization's commitment to crafting a levy that is equitable, responsive to industry needs, and financially sustainable. He stated that while acknowledging the financial challenges facing the seafood sector, the proposed changes aim to strike a balance that supports industry while ensuring Seafish's continued effectiveness.
Key proposed changes to the Seafish levy include:
  • Increasing the sea fish levy rate from GBP 0.00903 to GBP 0.01 per kilogram, designated as the "Category 1" levy.
  • Gradually raising the levy rate for mussels, cockles, pelagic fish, and whelks over a three-year period.
  • Expanding levy coverage to include canned, bottled, and pouched seafood products.
  • Implementing annual adjustments to levy rates, capped at 2 percent.
  • Introducing minor administrative changes to enhance levy collection and payment efficiency.
Notably, farmed salmon, trout, and freshwater fish species are currently exempt from the levy, as are canned, bottled, and pouched seafood products.
The statutory consultation on these proposed changes will remain open until Friday, August 9, 2024. Seafish is soliciting feedback through an independent online survey and will conduct webinars to inform stakeholders about the proposals.
Following the conclusion of the consultation, Seafish will present formal recommendations to the UK government for consideration by relevant ministers. While no specific timeline for ministerial decisions has been provided, Seafish assures businesses that adequate notice will be given before any changes take effect, allowing for effective planning.
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