The RTC has reported concerns over the poor water clarity in the Tweed to SEPA  and requested that they investigate the possible cause, SEPA have provided the following information from this investigation.

This issue provides an update on the annual electro-fishing programme monitoring  juvenile Salmon and Trout stocks.  Pink Salmon being recorded in the river.  We also said goodbye to one of our biologists Kenny Galt after 16 years dedicated work.

Please be advised that SEPA have requested freshets from Fruid/Talla, Baddinsgill/West Water & Whiteadder Reservoirs and St Mary’s Loch this week.

Covers the 2021 smolt tracking study, the return of Pink Salmon to the Tweed, an update from SEPA regarding the Tweed's water clarity, and the retirement of Dr Ronald Campbell.

"The River", May 2021 is now available. This edition covers an update on smolt movements down the river, 'spotting' Brown trout and an update to the Whiteadder fish counter.

A new phase of the Tweed Foundation's smolt tracking study is underway thanks in part to a £40,000 two-year grant from the Fallago Environment Fund.

"The River", April 2021 covers the recent guidance on fishing regarding Covid 19 restrictions and updates on the smolt tracking and floy tagging studies.

Marine Scotland have updated their guidance for anglers in Scotland.

The Scottish Government have again announced a further easing of restrictions regarding Covid 19.

The RTC would like to extend our congratulations to Mr Andy Britton who has won the Bemersyde Trophy for his 32lb salmon.