Scottish Fisheries Coordination Centre
About SFCC
The Scottish Fisheries Coordination Centre (SFCC) was established in 1997 to promote and support evidence-based fisheries management across Scotland. Since its inception, SFCC has played a central role in advancing consistent data collection, knowledge sharing, and scientific collaboration to support the conservation and management of freshwater fisheries.
In 2017, SFCC became part of Fisheries Management Scotland, strengthening its national influence while maintaining a distinct membership and funding stream. This unique structure ensures that SFCC remains focused on the technical and scientific needs of the fisheries management community, while contributing to wider policy and conservation goals.
What We Do
Today, SFCC provides vital coordination and training services, empowering members to use high-quality data and spatial tools to inform management decisions, support local projects, and contribute to national strategies such as the Wild Salmon Strategy.
Training
SFCC delivers a wide range of specialist training courses, from electrofishing techniques to GIS skills, helping members maintain high professional standards.
Evidence-Based Management
Discover how the Scottish Fisheries Coordination Centre (SFCC) drives consistent data collection, standardised survey methods, and robust reporting frameworks to support evidence-based fisheries management across Scotland.
SFCC Members
SFCC membership is made up of rivers and fisheries trusts, district salmon fishery boards, and partner organisations across Scotland. Members contribute to SFCC’s technical work, benefit from shared training and resources, and play a key role in promoting evidence-based fisheries management.
Governance
Learn how SFCC is governed, including how decisions are made, the role of the Management Committee, and opportunities to get involved.