We want your views on proposed changes to the cockle permit fee for the 2026 to 2027 permitting season.
Consultation description
We are consulting on a proposed increase in the Wales cockle fishing permit fee from £350 to £600. This represents 71% recovery of estimated associated fishery management costs.
Under this proposal, we would:
- meet 29% of 2026 to 2027 costs
- provide a transitional period for permit holders to adapt to the increase
Consultation documents
How to respond
Submit your comments by 9 February 2026, in any of the following ways:
Send your comments to fisheries@gov.wales.
Post
Send your comments to:
Fisheries Division
Welsh Government
Cathays Park
Cardiff
CF10 3NQ