July 2020 – provisional fish counter totals
Updated fish counter counter totals can be found here A few video clips from the updated Gala counter :-
July issue of ‘The River’ now available
The River – Issue July 2020 is now available. It includes articles on the works at the Gala fish counter and Floy tagging update. Electro-fishing is now underway. The Tweed Fisheries Management bodies – the River Tweed Commission & The Tweed […]
RTC position on re-opening of fishing huts
RTC have received a number of calls regarding its position on the opening of fishing huts. The re-opening of fishing huts and associated toilet facilities will depend on the circumstances of each fishery. Relevant guidance and public health advice, including […]
June 2020 – provisional fish counter totals
Provisional fish counter totals for the Ettrick, Gala and Whiteadder counters can be found here.
COVID-19 Update
On Wednesday, the First Minister announced indicative dates for Phase 2 and early Phase 3 measures. This is welcome news as the removal of the 5 mile travel distance restriction combined with the opening up of self-catering accommodation in Scotland on […]
June issue of ‘The River’ now available
The River – Issue June 2020 is now available. It includes articles on the Tweed being open again, Smolt Tracking Project and fish handling during low water. The Tweed Fisheries Management bodies – the River Tweed Commission & The Tweed Foundation […]
Resumption of Angling Activity
It was confirmed by the Scottish Government earlier this week that angling is included amongst the outdoor activities allowable under Phase 1 of Scotland’s route map, with effect from today Friday 29th May. Whilst this is welcome news, a key […]
May issue of ‘The River’ now available
The The River – Issue May 2020 is now available. It includes further COVID-19 update and an article on the Tweed Smolt Tracking Project. The Tweed Fisheries Management bodies – the River Tweed Commission & The Tweed Foundation – issue monthly updates […]
COVID-19 – Angling
Today, the First Minister confirmed that Scotland is likely to ease some lockdown measures this week, with outdoor activities to be allowed from Friday. We also anticipate that further guidance on travel restrictions will be issued by the Scottish Government […]
Scottish Government COVID-19 Easing of Restrictions
RTC are very pleased that the Scottish Government are easing restrictions and permitting fishing from Thursday 28th May 20. We will provide a further update on Tuesday 26th May.