Holly Lynch MP, Labour’s Shadow Minister for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, responding to Michael Gove’s comments on post-Brexit fishing access to UK waters, said:

“The Government is sending out mixed messages on who will be allowed to fish in UK waters post-Brexit. 

"Michael Gove, after previously taking a tough line on exclusive rights for U.K. vessels, is already watering down those commitments. 

"The Government must clarify its position urgently to prevent further damage to EU diplomatic relations that could potentially harm a deal for the British fishing industry.”