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This is a dedicated thread for discussing article: Martin Salter on the Bob James Bust...
Salter probably feels, as a lot of ACA members did some years back when there was "trouble" - not renewing their Subs, some of them; Life Members disconnecting from the outfit etc - that a lot of collateral damage was done then to the ACA and to its successor.
I wouldn't want that and I am one of those who would favour abolition of the close season in favour of locally organised fences around the breeeding period, if required. It would split the Trust and I do want that when folks like Fred Bonney and me are trying to win more members, we'd be on opposite sides for a start.Perhaps the ATr could campaign for an end to the close season then this would never be an issue in future.
Personally I find that less distasteful than being lectured on anything by a "two bit" ex politician who is only ever going to play at the court of public opinion and whose party whilst in office screwed this country so badly that many of us now struggle to afford another government tax,
I just wondered if there was any merit in having a system whereby a fishing licence can be revoked or suspended, much like in motoring, for various categories of offence. Stealing fish, illegal fishing methods or fishing out of season are all offences where a tougher deterrent that a few hundred quid fine might be more appropriate.
All Anglers must carry at all times there licence with them when fishing and produce it with their club card when asked by the clubs bailiffs. Failure to do so will mean the immediate suspension of your club card and an appearance through the disciplinary procedure of the club.