Forty years of the OFA

Orkney Fisheries Association celebrates its 40th anniversary this year.

The association was established in 1972 by a number of fishermen, merchants and processors and this year’s AGM takes place on Saturday, February 11, at 2pm in the Ayre Hotel.

OFA Secretary Fiona Matheson said it was an ideal time for those in the industry to come together and discuss the issues of the day. She also put out an appeal for former members of the organisation, as well as those interested in joining to come along, adding that the AGM was a public meeting and open to anyone.