The overseas secretary has been issued a proper warning by the Atmosphere Company after reporting himself for fishing with the US vice-president with out a licence.
David Lammy reported himself to the company after an “administrative oversight” meant he did not get a rod licence whereas hosting JD Vance at his grace-and-favour retreat in Chevening, Kent, on 8 August.
Mr Lammy did not catch any fish, though Mr Vance and his kids had been extra profitable, and returned their catches to the lake.
On the time, a Overseas Workplace spokesperson mentioned that, after recognising his mistake, Mr Lammy had subsequently bought a licence.
Mr Lammy did not catch any fish, although Mr Vance was apparently extra profitable. Pic: Reuters
Anglers in England and Wales aged 13 or over should have a rod licence to fish for freshwater species. If they don’t have one, they will face a effective of as much as £2,500.
On Friday, an Atmosphere Company spokesperson confirmed Mr Lammy wouldn’t be prosecuted, however had acquired a proper warning.
They mentioned: “Everybody who goes fishing wants a licence to assist enhance our rivers, lakes and the game anglers love.
“As Mr Lammy has confirmed, we now have issued a warning letter for fishing with out a licence, consistent with our enforcement and sanctions coverage.”
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The company’s first response to a breach is often to difficulty recommendation or a warning, as an alternative of prosecuting, notably in instances involving inexperienced anglers with no historical past of fishing with out a licence.
In 2024/25, 765 folks had been prosecuted for breaching fishing guidelines, whereas 1,965 acquired warning letters and 159 had been issued with recommendation and steering.
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A Overseas Workplace spokesperson mentioned: “The findings of the Atmosphere Company draw a line below this matter.
“As quickly because it turned obvious there had been an administrative oversight, the Overseas Secretary wrote to the company so it might take into account acceptable motion and to thank them for his or her work defending Britain’s fisheries.
“He additionally purchased the related rod licences to make sure there was no repeat of the scenario sooner or later.”
