New Cabinet Secretary meets with Swansea fishermen

The new Cabinet Secretary for Climate Change and Rural Affairs, Huw Irranca-Davies visited Swansea's Maritime Quarter to meet with local fishermen.

Kit Peters
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The Cabinet Secretary said his visit helped him to gain an insight into local fisheries in Swansea Bay and the South Wales Region as he met with Barry Thomas, Swansea and Director of South Wales & West Fishing Communities; Jim Evans, CEO, Welsh Fisherman’s Association (WFA); and Kevin Denman, Director of South Wales and West Communities, and the WFA.

He said it was a chance to discuss a range of topics including the challenges and opportunities facing the sector.

Huw Irranca Davies MS meets local fishermen at Swansea Marina
Huw Irranca Davies MS meets local fishermen at Swansea Marina

The newly appointed Cabinet Secretary, said: “As I begin this new role it’s very important to me to meet and listen to the experiences and ideas of those working in the industry.

“This has been an excellent opportunity to see Welsh fishing activities and hear directly from those who work in the sector and get a better understanding of the issues –  and to hear more about their ideas and opportunities for the sector.”  

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Kit Peters is a journalist and the editor of Swansea Bay News, covering Swansea, Neath Port Talbot and Carmarthenshire since 2020.


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Kit Peters is a journalist and the editor of Swansea Bay News, covering Swansea, Neath Port Talbot and Carmarthenshire since 2020.
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