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Introduction:

Welcome to the Glossary section of our how-to guide.This space is designed to support you as you explore the documents, tools, and terminology that shaped our journey in building a grassroots organization.

 

Here, you’ll find direct links to all the documents we created, borrowed, or referenced along the way— each one playing a role in our development. To help you navigate more easily, we’ve organized these materials according to the chapters in this guide, so you can find what you need, when you need it.

 

In addition, we’ve compiled a downloadable list of key industry terms and national regulatory bodies that may be helpful as you move forward. Whether you’re just getting started or looking to deepen your understanding, this section is here to provide clarity, context, and confidence.

Library of Resources:

  • Definitions of key terms (UK Fishing Industry Terminology).
  • List of national.
  • Links to redacted documents and additional resources by chapter.

UK Fishing Industry Terminology:

  1. Catch: The total amount of fish and other marine life captured during a fishing expedition.
  2. Quota: A limit on the amount of a specific type of fish that can be caught within a certain period.
  3. Bycatch: Fish or other marine species that are unintentionally caught while targeting specific species.
  4. Trawl: A method of fishing that involves dragging a large net through the water to catch fish.
  5. Longline: A fishing technique that uses a long line with baited hooks spaced at intervals to catch fish.
  6. Gillnet: A type of fishing net that is hung vertically in the water, allowing fish to get caught by their gills.
  7. Sustainable Fishing: Fishing practices that ensure fish populations remain healthy and ecosystems are not harmed.
  8. Marine Protected Area (MPA): A designated area of the ocean where human activity is restricted to protect marine life and habitats.
  9. Stock Assessment: The process of collecting and analysing data to determine the status of fish populations.
  10. Landing: The process of bringing caught fish to shore.
  11. Fishery: An area with a specific population of fish that is harvested for commercial purposes.
  12. Pelagic: Fish that live in the open sea, away from the coast and the sea floor.
  13. Demersal: Fish that live and feed on or near the bottom of the sea.
  14. Vessel Monitoring System (VMS): A satellite-based system used to monitor the location and movement of fishing vessels.
  15. Marine Stewardship Council (MSC): An organisation that certifies sustainable fishing practices.
  16. Total Allowable Catch (TAC): The maximum quantity of a particular fish species that can be caught within a specific period.
  17. Fishing Effort: The amount of fishing gear used and the amount of time spent fishing.
  18. Fish Aggregating Device (FAD): A man-made object used to attract
  19. Discards: Fish that are caught but not retained on board and are returned to the sea, often dead or dying.
  20. Fisheries Management: The process of regulating and managing fishery resources to ensure sustainability.

List of National Regulators:

  • CEFAS: Centre for Environment, Fisheries and Aquaculture Science – Works to ensure a sustainable future for our rivers, seas and the ocean, supporting healthy and productive marine and freshwater ecosystem.
  • DEFRA: Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs – Sets policies and regulations for fisheries and the marine environment in the UK.
  • EA: Environment Agency – Oversees freshwater fishing regulations in England, including rod fishing byelaws and fishery management.
  • IFCA: Inshore Fisheries and Conservation Authority – Manage inshore fisheries within 6 nautical miles of the coast in They ensure sustainable fishing practices and protect the marine environment.
  • MCA: Maritime and Coastguard Agency – Work to prevent the loss of life on the coast and at sea.They produce legislation and guidance on maritime matters, and provide certification to seafarers.
  • MMO: Marine Management Organisation – Their purpose is to protect and enhance the marine environment, and support UK economic growth by enabling sustainable marine activities and development.
  • NE: Natural England – The UK government’s adviser for the natural environment in England. Their purpose is to help to protect and restore our natural world.
  • Seafish: Sea Fish Industry Authority – A public body supporting the UK Seafood sector to thrive.

Series of Webinars/Videos:

  • To support the guide with visual and interactive content, especially for those with impairments.
  • Step-by-step video tutorials, accessible formats (e.g. subtitles) and Q&A sessions.

Links to redacted documents and additional resources.

All links are available to download on the LBFCIC website.

Chapter 2 – Finding Interested Parties

Social Media Post – Examples

Community Notice Flyer

Community Notice Email – Meeting Invite

Community Notice Email – Meeting Invite – Basic

Meeting Sign-In Sheet (1-20)

Meeting Sign-In Sheet (21-40)

Steps to Create Facebook and Instagram Accounts

Steps to Create Facebook and Instagram Posts

Steps to Create Gmail Account

 

Chapter 3 – The Workshop

Workshop Presentation – Directors Information

Directors Role Description and Person Specification

Company Memorandum (for company with share capital)

Community-Interest-companies-benefits-of-a-cic-leaflet

Community-Interest-companies-information-pack – temp

Core Start Up Costs – Template

Member Application form

Member Pledge – Code of Conduct

Workshop Feedback Form

 

Chapter 4- The Business Plan

Mission Statement Template for a Fishermen CIC

Company Business Plan Template

 

Chapter 5 – Creating the Organisation

Companies House AP01 form

Companies House IN01 form

Companies House – SIC Codes

Directors Application form

Directors Pledge – Code of Conduct

Directors Pledge – Code of Conduct – Meetings

Form – CIC14

Form – CIC34 – short version

Form – CIC34 – short version – example

Form – CIC36

Form – CIC36 – example

Model Articles of Association – Small Membership (template)

Model Articles of Association – Large Membership (template)

 

Chapter 6 – Company Documents

Company (1)

Data Protection policy

Equality and Diversity policy

Privacy Policy

Safeguarding policy

 

Company (2)

Complaints policy

Company Expenses policy

Conflict of Interest – Disclosure Form

Conflict of Interest – Flow Chart

Conflict of interest – Register for Directors Interests

Project Status Update Report

Social Media Workplan

Strategic Plan – Flow Chart

Strategic Plan -Template

Thank you for your donation – Template

Volunteer policy

 

Directors

Directors Details – Master list

Directors Development Plan

Directors Exit Survey

Directors Offboarding Policy for Directors Leaving

Directors Onboarding Policy for Directors Joining

Directors Safeguarding Annual Review

 

Financial

Monthly Payment Run

Project Reconciliation – Multiple projects (project page)

Project Reconciliation – Multiple projects (summary page)

 

Employees

Casual Worker Contract – Template

Expenses/Mileage Report

Employee Holiday Request Form

Employee Holiday Spreadsheet

New Employee Starter Form

New Employee Starter Checklist – HMRC

Timesheet

 

Chapter 7 – Funding

Project Budget – 1 year – Template

Project Budget – 2 year – Template

Project Cash-Flow – Template

Project Scoping – Document 1

Project Scoping – Document 2

 

Chapter 8 – Community Initiatives & Projects

Socials & Website – Member Information

Website – Restaurant Registration Form

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