Premier Andrew Furey is again at odds with his federal cousins—this time over the fishery. The province wants immediate steps taken to expand its role in decision-making.

They have opposing views on the carbon tax and the equalization formula, and now the cod fishery has come between Furey and Prime Minister Justin Trudeau.

Last week, Ottawa reinstated a commercial cod fishery with total allowable catch of about 19,000 metric tonnes. But, the TAC is not just for inshore and Indigenous harvesters, some has been set aside for offshore draggers.

Premier Furey says providing increased access to the stock by foreign fleets is an affront to the patience and commitment to stewardship demonstrated by the harvesters and processors of NL.

Further, he says the decisions should not have been taken without any consultation with stakeholders in Newfoundland and Labrador.

The Premier is asking the federal minister of fisheries to have an immediate discussion with the province on joint management of the resource.

I have written the federal government to reiterate the importance of a responsible and sustainable fishery that is the lifeblood of the communities in Newfoundland and Labrador. It is more important than ever to work together to ensure the success of our industry. pic.twitter.com/3qY76t7RS8

— Premier of NL (@PremierofNL) July 4, 2024