Commission Implementing Decision (EU) 2016/1701 of 19 August 2016 laying down rules on the format for the submission of work plans for data collection in the fisheries and aquaculture sectors (notified under document C(2016) 5304)

Commission Implementing Decision (EU) 2016/1701 of 19 August 2016 laying down rules on the format for the submission of work plans for data collection in the fisheries and aquaculture sectors (notified under document C(2016) 5304) THE EUROPEAN COMMISSION, Having regard to the Treaty on the Functioning of the European Union, Having regard to Regulation (EU) No 508/2014 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 15 May 2014 on the European Maritime and Fisheries Fund and repealing Council Regulations (EC) No 2328/2003, (EC) No 861/2006, (EC) No 1198/2006 and (EC) No 791/2007 and Regulation (EU) No 1255/2011 of the European Parliament and of the Council OJ L 149, 20.5.2014, p. 1. , and in particular Article 22(1)(d) thereof, Whereas: (1) Article 25 of Regulation (EU) No 1380/2013 of the European Parliament and of the Council Regulation (EU) No 1380/2013 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 11 December 2013 on the Common Fisheries Policy, amending Council Regulations (EC) No 1954/2003 and (EC) No 1224/2009 and repealing Council Regulations (EC) No 2371/2002 and (EC) No 639/2004 and Council Decision 2004/585/EC (OJ L 354, 28.12.2013, p. 22). requires the Member States to collect biological, environmental, technical and socioeconomic data necessary for fisheries management. (2) According to Article 21(1) of Regulation (EU) No 508/2014, Member States shall submit to the Commission by electronic means work plans for data collection in accordance with Article 4(4) of Council Regulation (EC) No 199/2008 Council Regulation (EC) No 199/2008 of 25 February 2008 concerning the establishment of a Community framework for the collection, management and use of data in the fisheries sector and support for scientific advice regarding the Common Fisheries Policy (OJ L 60, 5.3.2008, p. 1). by 31 October of the year preceding the year from which the work plan is to apply. (3) According to Article 21(2) of Regulation (EU) No 508/2014, these work plans have to be approved by the Commission by means of implementing acts by 31 December of the year preceding the year from which the work plan is to apply. (4) According to Article 22(1)(d) of Regulation (EU) No 508/2014, the Commission may adopt implementing acts laying down rules on procedures, format and timetables for the submission of these work plans. (5) It is appropriate to take into account the most recent data requirements needed for the implementation of the Common Fisheries Policy as set in the multiannual Union programme for the collection, management and use of data in the fisheries and aquaculture sector for the period 2017-2019 Commission Implementing Decision (EU) 2016/1251 of 12 July 2016 adopting a multiannual Union programme for the collection, management and use of data in the fisheries and aquaculture sectors for the period 2017-2019 (OJ L 207, 1.8.2016, p. 113). and to indicate what information Member States have to provide when submitting their work plans in order to ensure consistency with the multiannual Union programme and to ensure its homogenous implementation across the Union.

(6) The Commission has taken account of the recommendations made by the Scientific, Technical and Economic Committee for Fisheries (STECF). Representatives of Member States gathered in dedicated expert groups have also been consulted. (7) The measures provided for in this Decision are in accordance with the opinion of the Committee for the European Maritime and Fisheries Fund, HAS ADOPTED THIS DECISION:

Article 1

Content of work plans

1. The content of work plans for data collection for the period 2017-2019, as referred to in Article 21 of Regulation (EU) No 508/2014, shall be presented in accordance with the model set out in the Annex to this Decision.
2. For the purpose of this Annex, definitions set out in Council Regulation (EC) No 1224/2009 Council Regulation (EC) No 1224/2009 of 20 November 2009 establishing a Community control system for ensuring compliance with the rules of the common fisheries policy, amending Regulations (EC) No 847/96, (EC) No 2371/2002, (EC) No 811/2004, (EC) No 768/2005, (EC) No 2115/2005, (EC) No 2166/2005, (EC) No 388/2006, (EC) No 509/2007, (EC) No 676/2007, (EC) No 1098/2007, (EC) No 1300/2008, (EC) No 1342/2008 and repealing Regulations (EEC) No 2847/93, (EC) No 1627/94 and (EC) No 1966/2006 (OJ L 343, 22.12.2009, p. 1). , Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) No 404/2011 Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) No 404/2011 of 8 April 2011 laying down detailed rules for the implementation of Council Regulation (EC) No 1224/2009 establishing a Community control system for ensuring compliance with the rules of the Common Fisheries Policy (OJ L 112, 30.4.2011, p. 1). , Regulation (EU) No 1380/2013 and the multiannual Union programme shall apply.
3. The work plans drawn up by Member States shall contain a description of: (a) data to be collected in accordance with the multiannual Union programme; (b) the temporal and spatial distribution and the frequency by which the data will be collected; (c) the source of the data, the procedures and methods to collect and process the data into the data sets that will be provided to end-users; (d) the quality assurance and quality control framework to ensure adequate quality of the data; (e) how and when the data will be available, taking into account the needs defined by the end-users of scientific advice; (f) the international and regional cooperation and coordination arrangements, including bilateral and multilateral agreements; and (g) how the international obligations of the Union and its Member States have been taken into account. (4) The contents and format of the above descriptions shall follow the requirements set out in Articles 2 to 8 as further specified in the Annex to this Decision.

Article 2

Data to be collected in accordance with the multiannual Union programme

1. Member States shall collect the data specified in Annex I in accordance with the multiannual Union programme.
2. The correlation between the tables of the multiannual Union programme and the tables and text for the work plan are set out in Annex II.

Article 3

Temporal and spatial distribution and the frequency by which data will be collected

1. Specifications on temporal and spatial distribution and frequency shall follow the requirements as set in Chapter III of the multiannual Union programme. When no such requirements are set, Member States shall establish and describe specifications on temporal and spatial distribution or frequency taking into account historic time series, cost-effectiveness, any relevant marine region coordination and end-user needs.
2. Specifications on temporal and spatial distribution or frequency by which data are to be collected shall be reported in: (a) Table 4A and Table 4B for data obtained during sampling of commercial fisheries; (b) Table 1A and Table 1B for biological data obtained from research surveys and commercial fisheries; (c) Table 1D for data obtained during sampling of recreational fisheries; (d) Table 1E for data obtained during sampling of the relevant anadromous and catadromous species; (e) Table 1G for data obtained from research surveys; (f) Table 3A for economic and social data on fisheries; (g) Table 3B for economic and social data on aquaculture; and (h) Table 3C for economic and social data on the processing industry.

Article 4

Source of data, procedures and methods to collect and process data

1. When data are primarily collected through the application of Regulation (EC) No 199/2008, as defined in Article 1(1)(a) of that Regulation, the source of data shall be described in: (a) Table 1C; (b) Table 1D; (c) Table 1E; (d) Table 3A; (e) Text Box 3A; (f) Table 3B; (g) Text Box 3B; (h) Table 3C; and (i) Text Box 3C.
2. When data are collected under other legal acts than Regulation (EC) No 199/2008, as defined in Article 15(1)(a) of that Regulation, the source of data shall be described in: (a) Table 2A; (b) Text Box 2A; (c) Table 3A, where relevant; and (d) Text Box 3A, where relevant.
3. Where the multiannual Union programme refers to a pilot study or simplified methodology, Member States shall describe such a study, including the aim, duration, methodology and expected outcomes in: (a) Pilot Study 1 of Section 1; (b) Pilot Study 2 of Section 1; (c) Pilot Study 3 of Section 3; and (d) Pilot Study 4 of Section 3.
4. The planned sampling designs shall be described in Table 4A, Text Box 4A and Table 4B. The reference population, that will be used for the selection of the sampling population, shall be described in Table 4C and in Table 4D. Where sampling is carried out by observers on board or at shore, the fraction of the catch that is sampled shall be indicated, so as to specify whether all species, only commercial species or only certain taxa of the catch are covered.
5. Methodologies, definition and calculation of social and economic variables shall follow commonly accepted guidelines by expert bodies to the European Commission, where relevant. When this is not the case, Member States shall clearly describe and justify the adopted approach in:

(a) Text Box 3A; (b) Text Box 3B; and (c) Text Box 3C. 6. Member States shall coordinate with a view to design and implement methods on an EU-wide or regional basis, in order to correct and impute data for those parts of the sampling plans which are not sampled or are inadequately sampled. Imputation methods shall take into account guidelines and methods adopted by international statistical organisations. Imputed data should be clearly flagged when reporting to end-users.

Article 5

Quality assurance and quality control

1. A quality assurance and quality control framework shall be described in publicly available documents referred to in the work plans, where appropriate. It shall establish the general principles, methods and tools that can provide guidance and evidence for an effective and common approach at European and national level.
2. Methods related to quality shall be described in: (a) Table 5A for catch-sampling schemes, sampling schemes for recreational fisheries, sampling schemes for anadromous and catadromous species and research surveys at sea; (b) Table 5B for fishing activity variables, economic and social data for fisheries, economic and social data for aquaculture and economic and social data for the processing industry; (c) Text Box 2A; (d) Text Box 3A; (e) Text Box 3B; and (f) Text Box 3C.
3. Where data are to be collected by sampling, Member States shall use statistically sound designs that follow guidelines for good practice provided by the Commission, the International Council for the Exploration of the Sea (ICES), STECF or other expert bodies to the European Commission. The description of sampling schemes shall include, but not be limited to, the specification of the purposes, design, expected execution difficulties (including non–response and refusals), data archiving, quality assurance procedures and analysis methods. This description shall also cover the definition of the sampling units, sampling frames and their coverage of the target population (including criteria used for coverage), stratification schemes and sample selection methods for primary, secondary and lower level sampling units. Where quantitative targets can be defined, they may be specified either directly by sample sizes or sampling rates, or by the definition of the levels of precision and of confidence to be achieved. For census data, Member States shall indicate if all segments are covered, which parts of the total population are missed and how these parts are estimated. The quality of sampling data shall be demonstrated using quality indicators related to precision and potential for bias, where appropriate.

Article 6

Availability of data to end-users For the purpose of describing when data will be made available to end-users, Table 6A shall be used.

Article 7

Regional and International cooperation and coordination arrangements

1. Member States shall set out in Table 7A in which relevant regional and international meetings they participate and in Table 7B on how agreed recommendations at marine region level or at EU-wide level, where appropriate, are followed up. If these recommendations are not followed up, Member States shall explain the reasons in the Comments section of Table 7B. The effect these recommendations will have on their data collection shall be indicated.

1. Member States shall report in Table 7C all relevant information on agreements with other Member States. This information shall identify which Member State collects which part of the data and ensures that all data collection is covered, specify the duration of the agreement and identify which Member State will be responsible for data transmission to end-users.
2. Notwithstanding the research surveys at sea listed in Table 10 of the multiannual Union programme, Member States may take into consideration the needs of end-users when planning the survey effort or sampling design, provided that this does not negatively affect the quality of the results and provided that this is coordinated at marine region level. Member States may agree to redistribute certain tasks and contributions with other Member States in the same region. If agreement is reached on distribution of tasks with other Member States, the participation (physical and/or financial) in each individual survey as well as the reporting and transmission obligations of each Member State shall be stated in Text Box 1G.

Article 8

International obligations Member States shall include all the relevant data collection requirements stemming from their international obligations in the following tables: (a) Table 1A; (b) Table 1B; (c) Table 1C; (d) Table 4A; (e) Table 4B; (f) Table 7B; and (g) Table 7C. This applies to the regional fisheries management organisations (RFMOs)/regional fisheries bodies (RFBs) to which these Member States or the Union are Contracting Parties, as well as to the Sustainable Fisheries Partnership Agreements (SFPAs) under which their fleets operate.

Article 9

This Decision is addressed to the Member States. Done at Brussels, 19 August 2016. For the Commission Karmenu Vella Member of the Commission

Annex

ANNEX I CONTENT Section 1: Biological data Table 1A: List of required stocks Table 1B: Planning of sampling for biological variables Table 1C: Sampling intensity for biological variables Table 1D: Recreational fisheries Pilot Study 1: Relative share of catches of recreational fisheries compared to commercial fisheries Table 1E: Anadromous and catadromous species data collection in fresh water Text Box 1E: Anadromous and catadromous species data collection in fresh water Table 1F: Incidental by-catch of birds, mammals, reptiles and fish Pilot Study 2: Level of fishing and impact of fisheries on biological resources and marine ecosystem Table 1G: List of research surveys at sea Text Box 1G: List of research surveys at sea Table 1H: Research survey data collection and dissemination Section 2: Fishing activity data Table 2A: Fishing activity variables data collection strategy Text Box 2A: Fishing activity variables data collection strategy Section 3: Economic and social data Table 3A: Population segments for collection of economic and social data for fisheries Text Box 3A: Population segments for collection of economic and social data for fisheries Pilot Study 3: Data on employment by education level and nationality

Table 3B: Population segments for collection of economic and social data for aquaculture Text Box 3B: Population segments for collection of economic and social data for aquaculture Pilot Study 4: Environmental data on aquaculture Table 3C: Population segments for collection of economic and social data for the processing industry Text Box 3C: Population segments for collection of economic and social data for the processing industry Section 4: Sampling strategy for biological data from commercial fisheries Table 4A: Sampling plan description for biological data Text Box 4A: Sampling plan description for biological data Table 4B: Sampling frame description for biological data Table 4C: Data on the fisheries by Member State Table 4D: Landing locations Section 5: Data quality Table 5A: Quality assurance framework for biological data Table 5B: Quality assurance framework for socioeconomic data Section 6: Data availability Table 6A: Data availability Section 7: Coordination Table 7A: Planned regional and international coordination Table 7B: Follow-up of recommendations and agreements Table 7C: Bi- and multilateral agreements SECTION 1 BIOLOGICAL DATA Table 1A List of required stocks WPWP date of submission31.10.2016MSReference yearsSpeciesRegionRFMO/RFO/IOArea/StockSelected for sampling (Y/N)Average landings in the reference years (tons)EU TAC (if any) (%)Share (%) in EU landingsThreshold (Y/N)CommentsGBR2013-2015Gadus morhuaNorth Sea and Eastern ArcticICESIIIa, IV, VIIdY1808GBR2013-2015Solea soleaNorth AtlanticICESVIIaY51516GBR2013-2015Solea soleaNorth AtlanticICESVIIeN753GBR2013-2015Nephrops norvegicusNorth Sea and Eastern ArcticICESIV, FU 33Y1506ITA2013-2015Boops boopsMediterranean and Black SeaGFCMGSA17N2407ESP2013-2015Merluccius merlucciusMediterranean and Black SeaGFCMGSA06Y350060ESP2013-2015Merluccius merlucciusMediterranean and Black SeaGFCMGSA07Y350060 General comment: This table fulfils paragraph 2 point (a)(i)(ii)(iii) of Chapter III of the multiannual Union programme and Article 2, Article 3 and Article 8 of this Decision. This table is intended to specify data to be collected under Tables 1(A), 1(B) and 1(C) of the multiannual Union programme. Use this table to give an overview of the collection of data at the level of area/stock. All individuals sampled shall be identified to species level and have length measurements taken, where possible. Name of the variableGuidanceMSMember State's name shall be given as ISO 3166-1 alpha-3 code, e.g. DEU.Reference yearsMember State shall report the year(s) to which the data actually refer. Member State shall select the three most recent years with data available. Give the reference year/years as 2013-2015.SpeciesMember State shall report (in Latin) the name of the species/stocks for which biological variables sampling is required according to the Tables 1(A), 1(B) and 1(C) of the multiannual Union programme, for all areas where the Member State's fishing fleet is operating.RegionMember State shall refer to the naming convention used in Table 5(C) of the multiannual Union programme (level II). If information refers to all regions, insert all regions.RFMO/RFO/IO

Member State shall enter the acronym of the competent regional fisheries management organisation (RFMO), regional fisheries organisation (RFO) or international organisation (IO) for providing management/advice on the species/stock. e.g. RFMO: ICCAT, GFCM, NAFO e.g. RFO: CECAF e.g. IO: ICES If no RFMO, RFO or IO is applicable, NA (not applicable) is used. Area/StockMember State shall indicate the area of the mentioned species/stock, in accordance with Tables 1(A), 1(B) and 1(C) of the multiannual Union programme (e.g. GSA 16; ICES areas I, II; ICES areas IIIa, IV, VIId, etc.).Selected for sampling (Y/N)Member State shall indicate by Y (yes) or N (no) whether the species/stock has been selected for sampling. Indicate Y (yes) if the species/stock is selected for sampling for at least one variable of Table 1B of this Annex.Average landings in the reference years (tons) Average landings for each species and stock over the most recent 3-year reference period. While entering the landings data, Member State shall take into account the following conventions: If the species is not landed at all, then enter None. If the average landings are less than 200 t, then do not enter the average landings figure, but enter < 200 instead. If the average landings exceed 200 t, then enter the average landings figure for the most recent 3-year reference period. Average landings figures may be rounded to the nearest 5 or 10 t. EU TAC (if any) (%) Only applies to stocks that are subject to TAC and quota Regulations. In this column Member State shall: enter None, if the Member State has no share in the EU TAC of the stock concerned, enter the exact share if the Member State has a share in the EU TAC of the stock concerned. Share (%) in EU landings Applies to (i) all stocks in the Mediterranean; and (ii) all stocks outside the Mediterranean for which no TACs have been defined yet. In this column Member State shall: enter None, if the Member State has no landings of the stock concerned, enter the exact share, if the Member State has landings of the stock concerned, in the case that the Member State wants to invoke a threshold. Threshold (Y/N)Member State shall indicate by Y (yes) or N (no) whether, for the reported species/stock, a threshold applies, according to Chapter V of the multiannual Union programme.CommentsAny further comment. Table 1B Planning of sampling for biological variables WPWP date of submission31.10.2016MSSpeciesRegionRFMO/RFO/IOArea/StockFrequencyLengthAgeWeightSex ratioSexual maturityFecundityComments201720182019201720182019201720182019201720182019201720182019201720182019PRTPleuronectes platessaNorth Sea and Eastern ArcticICESIVXXXNot applicablePRTNephrops norvegicusNorth AtlanticICESFU 7XXXXXXXXXXXXESPMerluccius merlucciusMediterranean and Black SeaGFCMGSA06ESPMerluccius merlucciusMediterranean and Black SeaGFCMGSA07 General comment: This table fulfils paragraph 2 point (a)(i)(ii)(iii) of Chapter III of the multiannual Union programme and Article 2, Article 3 and Article 8 of this Decision. This table is intended to specify data to be collected under Tables 1(A), 1(B) and 1(C) of the multiannual Union programme. For species listed in this table, biological parameters (length, age, weight, sex ratio, maturity and fecundity) shall be collected. For each parameter and year, enter X if data collection has taken place or is planned. This table shall allow to identify in which year(s) data is/will be collected by the Member State.

Name of the variableGuidanceMSMember State's name shall be given as ISO 3166-1 alpha-3 code, e.g. DEU.SpeciesMember State shall report (in Latin) the name of the species/stocks for which biological variables sampling is required according to Tables 1(A), 1(B) and 1(C) of the multiannual Union programme, for all areas where the Member State's fishing fleet is operating.RegionMember State shall refer to the naming convention used in Table 5(C) of the multiannual Union programme (level II). If information refers to all regions, insert all regions.RFMO/RFO/IO Member State shall enter the acronym of the competent regional fisheries management organisation (RFMO), regional fisheries organisation (RFO) or international organisation (IO) for providing management/advice on the species/stock. e.g. RFMO: ICCAT, GFCM, NAFO e.g. RFO: CECAF e.g. IO: ICES If no RFMO, RFO or IO is applicable, NA (not applicable) is used. Area/StockMember State shall indicate the fishing ground of the mentioned species/stock (e.g. GSA 16; ICES areas I, II; ICES areas IIIa, IV, VIId, etc.).FrequencyMember State shall indicate the frequency at which sampling will take place (M (monthly), Q (quarterly), A (annually), O (other) — please specify).LengthMember State shall indicate the year(s) in which length will be sampled.AgeMember State shall indicate the year(s) in which age will be sampled.WeightMember State shall indicate the year(s) in which weight will be sampled.Sex ratioMember State shall indicate the year(s) in which sex ratio will be sampled.Sexual maturityMember State shall indicate the year(s) in which sexual maturity will be sampled.FecundityMember State shall indicate the year(s) in which fecundity will be sampled.CommentsAny further comment. Table 1C Sampling intensity for biological variables WPWP date of submission31.10.2016MSMS partcipating in samplingSampling yearSpeciesRegionRFMO/RFO/IOArea/StockVariablesData sourcesPlanned minimum no of individuals to be measured at the national levelPlanned minimum no of individuals to be measured at the regional levelCommentsFRAFRA-GBR-BEL2017Solea soleaNorth Sea and Eastern ArcticICESIIIa, IV, VIIdageCommercialFRAFRA-GBR-BEL2017Solea soleaNorth Sea and Eastern ArcticICESIIIa, IV, VIIdsexSurveysFRAFRA-GBR-BEL2017Solea soleaNorth Sea and Eastern ArcticICESIIIa, IV, VIIdmaturityCommercialFRAFRA-GBR-BEL2017Solea soleaNorth Sea and Eastern ArcticICESIIIa, IV, VIIdlengthcommercialFRAFRA2017Merluccius merlucciusNorth AtlanticICESIIIa, IV, VI, VII, VIIIabCommercialFRAFRA2017Merluccius merlucciusNorth AtlanticICESIIIa, IV, VI, VII, VIIIabSurveysFRAFRA2017Merluccius merlucciusNorth AtlanticICESIIIa, IV, VI, VII, VIIIabSurveysFRAFRA2017Parapenaeus longirostrisMediterranean Sea and Black SeaGFCMGSA09Commercial General comment: This table fulfils paragraph 2 point (a)(i)(ii)(iii) of Chapter III, Chapter IV of the multiannual Union programme and Article 2, Article 4 paragraph 1 and Article 8 of this Decision. This table is intended to specify data to be collected under Tables 1(A), 1(B) and 1(C) of the multiannual Union programme. Explain the sampling strategy planned with regards to the biological variables.

Name of the variableGuidanceMSMember State's name shall be given as ISO 3166-1 alpha-3 code, e.g. DEU.MS participating in samplingIf the sampled activity has been carried out according to a regionally coordinated programme, all participating Member States shall be listed. Otherwise, the Member State responsible for the sampling shall be listed. Links to planned regional and international coordination or bi- and multilateral agreements, where available, shall be listed in the Comments.Sampling yearMember State shall detail the year or years for planned objectives. Different years shall be stated in different rows of the table. All years concerned shall be included.SpeciesMember State shall report (in Latin) the name of the species/stocks for which biological variables sampling is required according to Tables 1(A), 1(B) and 1(C), for all areas where the Member State's fishing fleet is operating.RegionMember State shall refer to the naming convention used in Table 5(C) of the multiannual Union programme (level II). If information refers to all regions, insert all regions.RFMO/RFO/IO Member State shall enter the acronym of the competent regional fisheries management organisation (RFMO), regional fisheries organisation (RFO) or international organisation (IO) for providing management/advice on the species/stock. e.g. RFMO: ICCAT, GFCM, NAFO e.g. RFO: CECAF e.g. IO: ICES If no RFMO, RFO or IO is applicable, NA (not applicable) is used. Area/StockMember State shall indicate the fishing ground of the mentioned species/stock (e.g. GSA 16; ICES areas I, II; ICES areas IIIa, IV, VIId, etc.).VariablesMember State shall report the variables length, age, weight, sex ratio, sexual maturity and fecundity, as given in Table 1B of this Annex. Combination of species and variables as indicated in Table 1B of this Annex shall match with this information.Data sourcesMember State shall give a keyword description of the main data sources (e.g. surveys, commercial samples, market samples, discard samples, etc.). Member State shall report separately the planned sampling for commercial fisheries and surveys. Planned minimum No of individuals to be measured at the national levelMember State shall state the total planned minimum number of fish to be measured at the national level. Use Comments to briefly define the methodology used to obtain these values (e.g. previous sampling, simulation, etc.).Planned minimum No of individuals to be measured at the regional levelMember State shall state the planned minimum number of fish to sample as part of a regionally coordinated scheme if one exists or, otherwise, NA (not applicable) is used. Use Comments to briefly define the methodology used to obtain these values (e.g. previous sampling, simulation, etc.).CommentsAny further comment. Table 1D Recreational fisheries WPWP date of submission31.10.2016MSSampling yearArea/EMURFMO/RFO/IOSpeciesApplicable (Species present in the MS?)Reasons for not samplingThreshold (Y/N)Annual estimate of catch? (Y/N)Annual percentage of released catch? (Y/N)Collection of catch composition data? (Y/N)Type of SurveyCommentsGBR2017North Sea and Eastern ArcticICESGadus morhuaYYYYNational estimates of numbers of trips & onsite surveys of catch per unit effortNLD2017North Sea and Eastern ArcticICESAnguilla anguillaYYYYNational estimates of numbers of angler & angler diariesGBR2017North Sea and Eastern ArcticICESSharksNYYYNational estimates of numbers of trips & onsite surveys of catch per unit effortDEU2017Baltic SeaICESElasmobranchsYNo catchesNNBaltic SeaICESBaltic SeaICESNorth AtlanticICESNorth AtlanticICESNorth AtlanticICES

Mediterranean Sea and Black SeaGFCMMediterranean Sea and Black SeaGFCMMediterranean Sea and Black SeaGFCM General comment: This table fulfils paragraph 2 point (a)(iv) of Chapter III of the multiannual Union programme and Article 2, Article 3 and Article 4 paragraph 1 of this Decision. This table is intended to specify data to be collected under Table 3 of the multiannual Union programme, which also includes marine and freshwater recreational catches for anadromous and catadromous species. Name of the variableGuidanceMSMember State shall be given as ISO 3166-1 alpha-3 code, e.g. DEU.Sampling yearMember State shall state the year for planned sampling.Area/EMU Member State shall refer to the naming convention used in Table 3 of the multiannual Union programme In the case of eel, Eel Management Unit (EMU) shall be reported. RFMO/RFO/IO Member State shall enter the acronym of the competent regional fisheries management organisation (RFMO), regional fisheries organisation (RFO) or international organisation (IO) for providing management/advice on the species/stock. e.g. RFMO: ICCAT, GFCM, NAFO e.g. RFO: CECAF e.g. IO: ICES If no RFMO, RFO or IO is applicable, NA (not applicable) is used. SpeciesMember State shall report (in Latin, where possible) the name of the species for which recreational fisheries sampling is required according to Table 3 of the multiannual Union programme or identified by pilot studies and/or management needs for the recreational fishery (by region). All species shall be included even if the species is/are not present in the Member State.Applicable (Species present in the MS?)Member State shall indicate with Y (yes) or N (no) if the species is present in the Member State.Reasons for not samplingIf the species is present in the Member State, but not collected, Member State shall indicate the reason(s) (free text) for not sampling this species, with specific references where appropriate (e.g. species not present in the area, regulations/laws in the country, fit the requested threshold, etc.).Threshold (Y/N)Member State shall indicate by Y (yes) or N (no) whether, for the mentioned species, a threshold applies, according to Chapter V of the multiannual Union programme.Annual estimate of catch? (Y/N)Member State shall indicate by Y (yes) or N (no) whether, for the mentioned species, the annual estimate of catch (weight and/or numbers) is planned.Annual percentage of released catch? (Y/N)Member State shall indicate by Y (yes) or N (no) whether, for the mentioned species, the annual percentage of released catch (rate of released fish) is planned. Collection of catch composition data? (Y/N)Member State shall indicate by Y (yes) or N (no) whether, for the mentioned species, the catch composition (e.g. length structure) is planned.Type of surveyMember State shall indicate the types of survey that will be done to collect data on recreational fisheries (e.g. on-site surveys, telephone surveys, anglers' diaries, etc. or any combination of these).CommentsAny further comment.

Pilot Study 1 Relative share of catches of recreational fisheries compared to commercial fisheries General comment: This box fulfils paragraph 4 of Chapter V of the multiannual Union programme and Article 2 and Article 4 paragraph (3) point (a) of this Decision.

1. Aim of pilot study
2. Duration of pilot study
3. Methodology and expected outcomes of pilot study (max. 900 words) Table 1E Anadromous and catadromous species data collection in fresh water WPWP date of submission31.10.2016MSSampling periodAreaRFMO/RFO/IOSpeciesApplicable (Y/N)Reasons for not samplingWater BodyLife stageFishery/Independent data collectionMethodUnitPlanned nosFrequencyCommentsFIN2017-2020BalticNASCOSalmo salarRIVER AAAparrIelectrofishingn. sites40FIN2017-2020BalticNASCOSalmo salarRIVER AAAsmoltItrapn. smolts4000FIN2017-2020BalticNASCOSalmo salarRIVER AAAadultIcountern. counter1FIN2017-2020BalticNASCOSalmo salarRIVER AAAadultFsamplingn. samples100FIN2017-2020BalticICESAnguilla anguillaRIVER EEEglassIelectrofishingn. sites40FIN2017-2020BalticICESAnguilla anguillaRIVER EEEyellowItrapn. smolts4000FIN2017-2020BalticICESAnguilla anguillaRIVER EEEsilverIcountern. counter1GBR2017-2020UK NorthernICESAnguilla anguillaN/AglassFsamplingn. samples100GBR2017-2020UK NorthernICESAnguilla anguillaN/AyellowItrapn. traps1GBR2017-2020UK NorthernICESAnguilla anguillaN/AsilverIelectrofishingn. sites20 General comment: This table fulfils paragraph 2 points (b) (c) of Chapter III of the multiannual Union programme and Article 2, Article 3 and Article 4 paragraph (1) of this Decision. This table is intended to specify data to be collected under Table 1(E) of the multiannual Union programme. Use this table to give an overview of the data to be collected on freshwater commercial fisheries for anadromous and catadromous species. Name of the variableGuidanceMSMember State's name shall be given as ISO 3166-1 alpha-3 code, e.g. DEU.Sampling periodMember State shall state the period for planned sampling.Area In the case of eel, EMU (Eel Management Unit) shall be reported. For all other cases, catchment basin shall be reported. RFMO/RFO/IO Member State shall enter the acronym of the competent regional fisheries management organisation (RFMO), regional fisheries organisation (RFO) or international organisation (IO) for providing management/advice on the species/stock. e.g. RFMO: ICCAT, GFCM, NAFO e.g. RFO: CECAF e.g. IO: ICES If no RFMO, RFO or IO is applicable, NA (not applicable) is used. SpeciesMember State shall report (in Latin) the name of the species. All species shall be reported even if the species is/are not present in the Member State.Applicable (Y/N)Member State shall indicate by Y (yes) or N (no) if the species is present in the Member State or if fisheries of this species is banned.Reasons for not samplingIf the species is present in the Member State, but not collected, Member State shall indicate the reason(s) (free text) for not sampling this species (e.g. species not present in the area, regulations/laws in the Member State, fit the requested threshold, etc.).Water bodyMember State shall fill with the name of the river/system chosen (e.g. index river).Life stageMember State shall indicate the life stage of the species (e.g. adult, glass, silver, etc.).Fishery/Independent data collectionMember State shall indicate whether data shall be derived from commercial catches (fishery) or from sources other than commercial catches (independent).MethodMember State shall indicate the source(s) of data (e.g. trap, counter, logbooks, etc. or any combination of these methods) from which data will be derived.UnitFor each method, the planned unit of data reporting shall be indicated (e.g. number of traps, number of counters, number of electrofishing, etc.).

Planned NosMember State shall indicate the quantitative objective planned (in numbers) for the unit chosen.FrequencyMember State shall indicate the frequency at which sampling will take place (M (monthly), Q (quarterly), A (annually), O (other) — please specify).CommentsAny further comment. Text Box 1E Anadromous and catadromous species data collection in fresh water General comment: This box fulfils paragraph 2 points (b) and (c) of Chapter III of the multiannual Union programme and Article 2 of this Decision. Method selected for collecting data. (max. 250 words per area) Table 1F Incidental by-catch of birds, mammals, reptiles and fish WPWP date of submission31.10.2016MSSampling period/year(s)RegionRFMO/RFO/IOSub-area/Fishing groundSchemeStratum ID codeGroup of vulnerable speciesExpected occurence of recordingsCommentsFRA2017-2018North Sea and Eastern ArcticICESdemersal at seaSCT SD1-5birdsFRA2017-2018Mediterranean Sea and Black SeaGFCMFRA2017-2018North Sea and Eastern ArcticICES General comment: This table fulfils paragraph 3 point (a) of Chapter III of the multiannual Union programme and Article 2 of this Decision. This table is intended to specify data to be collected under Table 1(D) of the multiannual Union programme. Explain the sampling strategy planned. Name of the variableGuidanceMSMember State's name shall be given as ISO 3166-1 alpha-3 code, e.g. DEU.Sampling period/year(s)Member State shall state the period for planned sampling. Give the sampling year/years as 2017-2018.RegionMember State shall refer to the naming convention used in Table 5(C) of the multiannual Union programme (level II). If information refers to all regions, insert all regions.RFMO/RFO/IO Member State shall enter the acronym of the competent regional fisheries management organisation (RFMO), regional fisheries organisation (RFO) or international organisation (IO) for providing management/advice on the species/stock. e.g. RFMO: ICCAT, GFCM, NAFO e.g. RFO: CECAF e.g. IO: ICES If no RFMO, RFO or IO is applicable, NA (not applicable) is used. Sub-area/Fishing groundMember State shall indicate the fishing ground of the mentioned species/stock (e.g. GSA 16; ICES areas I, II; ICES areas IIIa, IV, VIId, etc.).SchemeMember State shall state the sampling scheme: at markets, at sea, a combination of both methods or other. Values shall match those reported in Table 4A and Table 4B of this Annex, unless directed schemes are in place.Stratum ID codeMember State shall indicate a unique code to identify each stratum within the scheme. Values shall match those reported in Table 4A and Table 4B of this Annex, unless directed schemes are in place.Group of vulnerable speciesMember State shall indicate the group of species, based on provision 3(a) of Chapter III of the multiannual Union programme.Expected occurrence of recordingsMember State shall indicate the expected occurrence of recordings for individuals caught as incidental by-catch, including releases, in accordance with Table 1(D) of the multiannual Union programme. Fill in with (+/–) number or X.CommentsAny further comment.

Pilot Study 2 Level of fishing and impact of fisheries on biological resources and marine ecosystem General comment: This box fulfils paragraph 3 point (c) of Chapter III of the multiannual Union programme and Article 2 and Article 4 paragraph (3) point (b) of this Decision.

1. Aim of pilot study
2. Duration of pilot study
3. Methodology and expected outcomes of pilot study (max. 900 words) Table 1G List of research surveys at sea WPWP date of submission31.10.2016MSName of surveyAcronymMandatory (Y/N)Threshold (Y/N)Agreed at RCG levelMS participationArea(s) coveredPeriod (Month)FrequencyDays at sea plannedType of sampling activitiesPlanned targetMapRelevant international planning group - RFMO/RFO/IOInternational databaseCommentsNLDDemersal Young Fish SurveyIVcSept-OctAnnual10Fish Hauls33Fig 7.1ICES PGIPSNLDNS Herring Acoustic SurveyIIIa, IVJulyAnnual15Echo Nm50Fig 7.2ICES PGIPSNLDNS Herring Acoustic SurveyIIIa, IVJulyX15Plankton hauls15Fig 7.2ICES PGIPS General comment: This table fulfils Chapter IV and Chapter V of the multiannual Union programme and Article 2 and Article 3 of this Decision. This table is intended to specify which research surveys at sea set out in Table 10 of the multiannual Union programme and which additional surveys will be carried out by the Member State. Name of the variableGuidanceMSMember State's name shall be given as ISO 3166-1 alpha-3 code, e.g. DEU.Name of surveyMember State shall state the name of the survey. For mandatory surveys the name shall be the same as the one used in Table 10 of the multiannual Union programme.AcronymMember State shall state the acronym of the survey. For mandatory surveys the acronym shall be the same as the one used in Table 10 of multiannual Union programme.Mandatory (Y/N)Member State shall enter Y (yes) or N (no) if the survey is included in Table 10 of the multiannual Union programme.Threshold (Y/N)Member State shall enter Y (yes) or N (no) if a threshold applies, according to provision 7 of Chapter V of the multiannual Union programme. If Y (yes), describe in more detail in Text Box 1G of this Annex.Agreed at RCG levelMember State shall enter Y (yes) or N (no) if the survey is agreed at marine region level.MS participationIndicate whether other Member State(s) are participating in the survey and the form of participation (F (financial), T (technical), E (effort) or C (combination)). Describe in more detail in Text Box 1G of this Annex. If no other Member State is participating in the survey, this field shall be filled with NA (not applicable).Area(s) coveredMember State shall indicate the areas planned to be covered. For mandatory surveys the area shall be the same as the one used in Table 10 of the multiannual Union programme.Period (Month)Member State shall indicate the time period (in months) planned to be covered. For mandatory surveys the time period shall be as the one used in Table 10 of multiannual Union programme.FrequencyMember State shall indicate the frequency of the survey: Annual, Biennial, Triennial, etc.Days at sea plannedMember State shall indicate the days at sea planned at national level.Type of sampling activitiesMember State shall state the type of core sampling activities. Core sampling activities are those agreed in the relevant group in charge of planning the survey, as opposed to additional sampling activities. Use a separate line for each type of sampling activity. Member State is prompted to use the following categories: fish hauls, conductivity temperature density (CTD), plankton hauls, etc.Planned targetMember State shall indicate the number of planned sampling activities.

MapMember State shall add reference to the map, as included in Text Box 1G of this Annex.Relevant international planning group — RFMO/RFO/IO Member State shall enter the relevant international group in charge of planning the survey and its corresponding RFMO/RFO/IO. Member State shall enter the acronym of the competent regional fisheries management organisation (RFMO), regional fisheries organisation (RFO) or international organisation (IO) for providing management/advice on the species/stock. e.g. RFMO: ICCAT, GFCM, NAFO e.g. RFO: CECAF e.g. IO: ICES If no RFMO, RFO or IO is applicable, NA (not applicable) is used. International databaseMember State shall state the name of the international database, in relation to the data collected under the research survey, or enter no existing database. This applies to the existence of an international database, not to the fact that data are, or are not, uploaded.CommentsAny further comment. Text Box 1G List of research surveys at sea General comment: This box fulfils Chapter IV of the multiannual Union programme and Article 2 and Article 7 paragraph (3) of this Decision. It is intended to specify which research surveys at sea set out in Table 10 of the multiannual Union programme will be carried out. Member States shall specify whether the research survey is included in Table 10 of the multiannual Union programme or whether it is an additional survey.

1. Objectives of the survey
2. Description of the methods used in the survey. For mandatory surveys, link to the manuals. Include a graphical representation (map)
3. For internationally coordinated surveys, describe the participating Member States/vessels and the relevant international group in charge of planning the survey
4. Where applicable, describe the international task-sharing (physical and/or financial) and the cost-sharing agreement used
5. Explain where thresholds apply (max. 450 words per survey) Table 1H Research survey data collection and dissemination WPWP date of submission31.10.2016MSName of surveyAcronymType of data collectedCore/Additional variableUsed as basis for advice (Y/N)CommentsNLDNorth Sea IBTSIBTS_NS_Q1Biological data for Cod IVaCYNLDNorth Sea IBTSIBTS_NS_Q1Biological data for Sprat IVaCYNLDNorth Sea IBTSIBTS_NS_Q1Herring LarvaeCYNLDNorth Sea IBTSIBTS_NS_Q1CTD by HaulANNLDNorth Sea IBTSIBTS_NS_Q1Litter items in the trawlANNLDNorth Sea IBTSIBTS_NS_Q1Benthos in the trawlANNLDInternation Blue whiting Acoustic surveyBWASBlue whiting acoustic/biological dataCYNLDInternation Blue whiting surveyBWASMarine Mammal observationsANNLDInternational Mackerel and Horse Mackerel Egg SurveyMEGSMackerel Egg productionCYNLDInternational Mackerel and Horse Mackerel Egg SurveyMEGSCTD by HaulCYITAMediterranean international bottom trawl surveyMEDITSbiological data for Horse MackerelCYITAMediterranean international bottom trawl surveyMEDITSbiological data for striped red MulletCY General Comment: This table fulfils Chapter IV of the multiannual Union programme. This table is intended to specify data to be collected in relation to the research surveys at sea that are described in Table 1G of this Annex.

Name of the variableGuidanceMSMember State's name shall be given as ISO 3166-1 alpha-3 code, e.g. DEU.Name of surveyMember State shall state the name of the survey. For mandatory surveys the name shall be the same as the one used in Table 10 of the multiannual Union programme.AcronymMember State shall state the acronym of the survey. For mandatory surveys the acronym shall be the same as the one used in Table 10 of multiannual Union programme.Type of data collectedMember State shall state the type of data collected. Use a separate line for each type of data collected. Member State is prompted to use the following categories: biological data for a given stock, larvae data for a given stock, egg production for a given stock, CTD by haul, litter by haul, marine mammal, turtles, sea bird observations, benthos in the trawl, etc. In the case of multispecies surveys, different stocks may be grouped.Core/Additional variableCore variables are those resulting from core sampling activities driving the survey design. Additional variables are all the rest. Reporting of additional variables is not mandatory.Used as basis of advice (Y/N)Member State shall enter Y (yes) or N (no) if the data collected is expected to be used as basis for advice. Member State can specify in the Comments the type of advice (stock assessment, integrated ecosystem assessment, national advice, etc.).CommentsAny further comment. SECTION 2 FISHING ACTIVITY DATA Table 2A Fishing activity variables data collection strategy WPWP date of submission31.10.2016MSSupra regionRegionVariable GroupFishing techniqueLength classMetiers (level 6)Data collected under control regulation appropriate for scientific use (Y/N/I)Type of data collected under control regulation used to calculate the estimatesExpected coverage of data collected under control regulation (% of fishing trips)Additional data collection (Y/N)Data collection schemePlanned coverage of data collected under complementary data collection (% of fishing trips)CommentsFRANorth AtlanticNorth Sea and Eastern ArcticEffortBeam trawlers18-< 24 mAll metiersISales notes50 %YProbability sampling survey5 %FRANorth AtlanticNorth Sea and Eastern ArcticEffortBeam trawlers40 m or largerOTBDEF8090YLogbooks, VMS data, Sales notes100 %NNoneNAFRANorth AtlanticNorth Sea and Eastern ArcticLandingsDrift and/or fixed netters12-< 18 mAll metiersIFishing forms, Sales notes75 %YIndirect survey10 %FRANorth AtlanticNorth Sea and Eastern ArcticLandingsAll metiersNNANAYNon probability sampling survey5 %FRANorth AtlanticNorth Sea and Eastern ArcticCapacityAll metiersILogbooks, Sales notes90 %YCensus survey100 %FRANorth AtlanticNorth Sea and Eastern Arctic FRANorth AtlanticNorth Sea and Eastern ArcticFRANorth AtlanticNorth Sea and Eastern ArcticFRANorth AtlanticNorth Sea and Eastern ArcticFRANorth AtlanticNorth Sea and Eastern ArcticFRANorth AtlanticNorth Sea and Eastern ArcticFRANorth AtlanticNorth Sea and Eastern ArcticFRANorth AtlanticNorth Sea and Eastern ArcticFRANorth AtlanticNorth Sea and Eastern ArcticFRAMediterranean Sea and Black SeaMediterranean Sea and Black Sea

FRAMediterranean Sea and Black SeaMediterranean Sea and Black SeaFRAMediterranean Sea and Black SeaMediterranean Sea and Black SeaFRAMediterranean Sea and Black SeaMediterranean Sea and Black SeaFRAMediterranean Sea and Black SeaMediterranean Sea and Black SeaFRAMediterranean Sea and Black SeaMediterranean Sea and Black SeaFRAMediterranean Sea and Black SeaMediterranean Sea and Black SeaFRAMediterranean Sea and Black SeaMediterranean Sea and Black Sea General comment: This table fulfils provision 4 of Chapter III of the multiannual Union programme and Article 2 and Article 4 paragraph (2) point (a) of this Decision. This table is intended to state and describe the method used to derive estimates on representative samples where data are not to be recorded under Regulation (EU) No 1224/2009 or where data collected under Regulation (EU) No 1224/2009 are not at the right aggregation level for the intended scientific use. Name of the variableGuidanceMSMember State's name shall be given as ISO 3166-1 alpha-3 code, e.g. DEU.Supra regionMember State shall refer to the naming convention used in Table 5(C) of the multiannual Union programme (level III). If information refers to all regions, insert all regions.RegionMember State shall refer to the naming convention used in Table 5(C) of the multiannual Union programme (level II). If information refers to all regions, insert all regions.Variable groupMember State shall refer to the naming convention used in Table 4 of the multiannual Union programme. It can be specified by variable, and not by variables group, if different sources are used for different variables within the same variables group.Fishing techniqueMember State shall refer to the naming convention used in Table 5(B) of the multiannual Union programme. Put an asterisk in the case the segment has been clustered with other segment(s) for data collection purposes. Inactive vessels shall be included as a separate segment.Length classMetiers (level 6)Member State shall refer to the naming convention used in Table 2 of the multiannual Union programme. Only to be identified if Member State has a specific sampling frame defined by metier by segment. Otherwise Member State can provide all metiers but the information has to be reported by fleet segment by metiers.Data collected under control regulation appropriate for scientific use (Y/N/I)Member State shall enter Y (yes), N (no) or I (insufficient).Type of data collected under control regulation used to calculate the estimatesMember State shall enter the type of data collected: logbooks, sales notes, VMS data, fishing forms, etc.Expected coverage of data collected under control regulation (% of fishing trips)For each of the data sources, the planned coverage percentage, estimated on the basis of fishing trips, shall be provided as quality assurance and quality control framework indicators. Additional data collection (Y/N)Member State shall enter Y (yes) or N (no), if additional data collection is planned.Data collection schemeMember State shall enter the data collection scheme: probability sampling survey, non-probability sampling survey, indirect survey, census survey, none, etc.Planned coverage of data collected under complementary data collection (% of fishing trips)For each of the data sources, the planned coverage percentage, estimated on the basis of fishing trips, shall be provided as quality assurance and quality control framework indicators.CommentsAny further comment.

Text Box 2A Fishing activity variables data collection strategy General comment: This box fulfils paragraph 4 of Chapter III of the multiannual Union programme and Article 2, Article 4 paragraph (2) point (b) and Article 5 paragraph (2) of this Decision. It is intended to describe the method used to derive estimates on representative samples where data are not to be recorded under Regulation (EU) No 1224/2009 or where data collected under Regulation (EU) No 1224/2009 are not at the right aggregation level for the intended scientific use.

1. Description of methodologies used to cross-validate the different sources of data
2. Description of methodologies used to estimate the value of landings
3. Description of methodologies used to estimate the average price (it is recommended to use weighted averages, trip by trip)
4. Description of methodologies used to plan collection of the complementary data (sample plan methodology, type of data collected, frequency of collection, etc.) (max. 900 words per region) SECTION 3 ECONOMIC AND SOCIAL DATA Table 3A Population segments for collection of economic and social data for fisheries WPWP date of submission31.10.2016MSSupra regionFishing techniqueLength classType of variables (E/S)VariableData SourceType of data collection schemeFrequencyPlanned sample rate %CommentsESPBaltic Sea, North Sea and Eastern Arctic, and North AtlanticBeam trawlers18-< 24 mEGross value of landingsquestionnairesA - CensusESPBaltic Sea, North Sea and Eastern Arctic, and North AtlanticBeam trawlers40 m or largerEOther incomequestionnairesB - Probability Sample SurveyESPMediterranean Sea and Black SeaDrift and/or fixed netters12-< 18 mEWages and salaries of crewquestionnairesC - Non-Probability Sample SurveySEmployment by gender General comment: This table fulfils paragraph 5 points (a) and (b) of Chapter III of the multiannual Union programme and Article 2, Article 3 and Article 4 paragraphs (1) and (2) of this Decision. This table is intended to specify data to be collected under Tables 5(A) and 6 of the multiannual Union programme. Use this table to give an overview of the population for economic and social data in the fisheries sector. Name of the variableGuidanceMSMember State's name shall be given as ISO 3166-1 alpha-3 code, e.g. DEU.Supra regionMember State shall refer to the naming convention used in Table 5(C) of the multiannual Union programme (level III). If information refers to all regions, insert all regions.Fishing techniqueMember State shall refer to the naming convention used in Table 5(B) of the multiannual Union programme. Put an asterisk in the case the segment has been clustered with other segment(s) for data collection purposes. Inactive vessels shall be included as a separate segment.Length classType of variables (E/S)Member State shall enter the category that the variables belong to: E (economic) or S (social), based on Table 5(A) of the multiannual Union programme for the economic variables and Table 6 of the multiannual Union programme for the social variables.VariableMember State shall refer to the naming convention used in Table 5(A) of the multiannual Union programme, 2nd column for the economic variables and Table 6 of the multiannual Union programme for the social variables.Data SourceMember State shall enter the data sources used (logbook, sales notes, accounts, questionnaires, etc.). Data sources shall be clearly stated for each variable.Type of data collection schemeMember State shall enter the code of the data collection scheme, as follows: A — Census; B — Probability sample survey; C — Non-probability sample survey; D — Indirect survey. In case the variable is not directly collected but estimated, indirect survey is applied. In that case, further explanation on the data collection scheme and estimation method is provided in Text Box 3A of this Annex.FrequencyMember State shall enter the frequency that economic and social data are to be collected according to provision 5(a)(b) of Chapter III of the multiannual Union programme.Planned sample rate %The planned sample rate (%) shall be based on the fleet population, which is defined as vessels included in the Fleet Register on the 31 December and any active vessel fishing at least one day during the year. When data collection for some variables will not be implemented, the column Planned sample rate (%) shall be filled in with N (no). Planned sample rate can be modified based on updated information on the total population (fleet register).CommentsAny further comment.

Text Box 3A Population segments for collection of economic and social data for fisheries General comment: This box fulfils paragraph 5 points (a) and (b) of Chapter III of the multiannual Union programme and Article 2, Article 4 paragraphs (1), (2) and (5) and Article 5 paragraph (2) of this Decision. It is intended to specify data to be collected under Tables 5(A) and 6 of the multiannual Union programme.

1. Description of methodologies used to choose the different sources of data
2. Description of methodologies used to choose the different types of data collection
3. Description of methodologies used to choose sampling frame and allocation scheme
4. Description of methodologies used for estimation procedures
5. Description of methodologies used on data quality (max. 900 words per region) Pilot Study 3 Data on employment by education level and nationality General comment: This box fulfils paragraph 5 point (b) and paragraph 6 point (b) of Chapter III of the multiannual Union programme and Article 2 and Article 3 paragraph (3) point (c) of this Decision. It is intended to specify data to be collected under Table 6 of the multiannual Union programme.
6. Aim of pilot study
7. Duration of pilot study
8. Methodology and expected outcomes of pilot study (max. 900 words) Table 3B Population segments for collection of economic and social data for aquaculture WPWP date of submission31.10.2016MSTechniquesSpecies groupType of variables (E/S)VariableData sourceType of data collection schemeThreshold (Y/N)FrequencyPlanned sample rate %CommentsDEUHatcheries and Nurseriesother marine fishETurnoverFinancial accountsA - CensusDEUCagessea bass & sea breamEEnergy costsquestionnairesB - Probability Sample SurveyDEUCagessalmonEEnergy costsquestionnairesC - Non-Probability Sample SurveySUnpaid labour by gender General comment: This table fulfils paragraph 6 points (a) and (b) of Chapter III and Chapter V of the multiannual Union programme and Article 2, Article 3 and Article 4 paragraph (1) of this Decision. This table is intended to specify data to be collected under Tables 6 and 7 of the multiannual Union programme. Use this table to give an overview of the collection of economic and social data of the aquaculture sector. Name of the variableGuidanceMSMember State's name shall be given as ISO 3166-1 alpha-3 code, e.g. DEU.TechniquesMember State shall follow Table 9 of the multiannual Union programme for the segmentation to be applied for the collection of aquaculture data.Species groupType of variables (E/S)Member State shall enter the category that the variables belong to: E (economic) or S (social), based on Table 7 of the multiannual Union programme for the economic variables and Table 6 of the multiannual Union programme for the social variables.VariableMember State shall refer to the naming convention used in Table 7 of the multiannual Union programme, second column for the economic variables and Table 6 of the multiannual Union programme for the social variables.Data sourceMember State shall enter the data sources used (accounts, questionnaires, etc.). Data sources shall be clearly stated for each variable.Type of data collection schemeMember State shall enter the code of the data collection scheme, as follows: A — Census; B — Probability sample survey; C — Non-probability sample survey; D — Indirect survey. In case the variable is not directly collected but estimated, indirect survey is applied. In that case, further explanation on the data collection scheme and estimation method is provided in Text Box 3B of this Annex.Threshold (Y/N)Member State shall enter Y (yes) or N (no) if a threshold applies, according to Chapter V of the multiannual Union programme.FrequencyMember State shall enter the frequency that economic and social data are to be collected, according to provision 6(a)(b) of Chapter III of the multiannual Union programme.Planned sample rate %The planned sample rate (%) shall be based on the population, as defined in provision 6(a) of Chapter III of the multiannual Union programme. When data collection for some variables will not be implemented, the column Planned sample rate (%) shall be filled in with N (no). Planned sample rate can be modified based on updated information on the total population.CommentsAny further comment.

Text Box 3B Population segments for collection of economic and social data for aquaculture General comment: This box fulfils paragraph 6 points (a) and (b) of Chapter III of the multiannual Union programme and Article 2, Article 4 paragraphs (1) and (5) and Article 5 paragraph (2) of this Decision. It is intended to specify data to be collected under Tables 6 and 7 of the multiannual Union programme.

1. Description of methodologies used to choose the different sources of data
2. Description of methodologies used to choose the different types of data collection
3. Description of methodologies used to choose sampling frame and allocation scheme
4. Description of methodologies used for estimation procedures
5. Description of methodologies used on data quality (max. 1000 words) Pilot Study 4 Environmental data on aquaculture General comment: This box fulfils paragraph 6 point (c) of Chapter III of the multiannual Union programme and Article 2 and Article 4 paragraph (3) point (d) of this Decision. It is intended to specify data to be collected under Table 8 of the multiannual Union programme.
6. Aim of pilot study
7. Duration of pilot study
8. Methodology and expected outcomes of pilot study (max. 900 words) Table 3C Population segments for collection of economic and social data for the processing industry WPWP date of submission31.10.2016MSSegmentType of variables (E/S)VariablesData sourcesType of data collection schemeFrequencyPlanned sample rate %CommentsESPCompanies <= 10ETurnoverfinancial accountsB - Probability Sample SurveyESPCompanies 11-49EOther operational costsquestionnairesB - Probability Sample SurveyESPCompanies 50-250EOther operational costsquestionnairesA - CensusESPCompanies > 250EOther incomequestionnairesB - Probability Sample SurveyESPSUnpaid labour by gender General comment: This table fulfils footnote 6 of paragraph 1.1(d) of Chapter III of the multiannual Union programme and Article 2, Article 3 and Article 4 paragraph (1) of this Decision. This table is intended to specify data to be collected under Table 11 of the multiannual Union programme. Use this table to give an overview of the collection of economic and social data of the processing industry. Specify data collection for variables not covered by the ESTAT or for which additional sampling is required. Economic data shall be collected on fish processing companies below 10 employees as well as for companies which have fish processing as a secondary activity, as well as for unpaid labour and raw material. Employment data, by gender, shall be collected for all companies' sizes. Name of the variableGuidelinesMSMember State's name shall be given as ISO 3166-1 alpha-3 code, e.g. DEU.SegmentThe criteria for the segmentation shall be the number of persons employed. The following segmentation is recommended: companies <= 10; companies 11-49; companies 50-250; companies > 250.Type of variables (E/S)Member State shall enter the category that the variables belong to: E (economic) or S (social), based on Table 11 of the multiannual Union programme.VariablesMember State shall refer to the naming convention used in Table 11 of the multiannual Union programme.Data SourcesMember State shall enter the data sources used (accounts, questionnaires, etc.). Data sources shall be clearly stated for each variable.Type of data collection schemeMember State shall enter the code of the data collection scheme, as follows: A — Census; B — Probability sample survey; C — Non-probability sample survey; D — Indirect survey. In case the variable is not directly collected but estimated, indirect survey is applied. In that case, further explanation on the data collection scheme and estimation method is provided in Text Box 3C of this Annex.FrequencyMember State shall enter the frequency that economic and social data shall be collected.Planned sample rate %The planned sample rate (%) shall be based on the population. When data collection for some variables will not be implemented, the column Planned sample rate (%) shall be filled in with N (no). Planned sample rate can be modified based on updated information on the total population.CommentsAny further comment.

Text Box 3C Population segments for collection of economic and social data for the processing industry General comment: This box fulfils footnote 6 of paragraph 1.1(d) of Chapter III of the multiannual Union programme, Article 2, Article 4 paragraphs (1) and (5) and Article 5 paragraph (2) of this Decision. It is intended to specify data to be collected under Table 11 of the multiannual Union programme.

1. Description of methodologies used to choose the different sources of data
2. Description of methodologies used to choose the different types of data collection
3. Description of methodologies used to choose sampling frame and allocation scheme
4. Description of methodologies used for estimation procedures
5. Description of methodologies used on data quality (max. 1000 words) SECTION 4 SAMPLING STRATEGY FOR BIOLOGICAL DATA FROM COMMERCIAL FISHERIES Table 4A Sampling plan description for biological data WPWP date of submission31.10.2016MSMS participating in samplingRegionRFMO/RFO/IOSub-area/Fishing groundSchemeStratum ID codePSU typeCatch fractions coveredSpecies/Stocks covered for estimation of volume and length of catch fractionsSeasonality (Temporal strata)Reference yearsAverage Number of PSU during the reference yearsPlanned number of PSUsCommentsGBRNSEA NADemersal at-seaSCT SD1-5vessel x tripannual~ 400040GBRNSEA NADemersal at-seaSCT SD2-5vessel x tripannual~ 50010GBRNSEA NADemersal at-seaSCT SD3-5vessel x tripannual~ 20006GBRNSEA NADemersal at-seaSCT SD4-5vessel x tripannual~ 75020GBRNSEA NADemersal at-seaSCT SD5-5vessel x tripannual~ 150006GBRNSEA NADemersal on-shoreSCT LD1-4port X dayannual~ 34560GBRNSEA NADemersal on-shoreSCT LD2-4port X dayannual~ 700020GBRNSEA NADemersal on-shoreSCT LD3-4port X dayannual~ 300025 GBRNSEA NADemersal on-shoreSCT LD4-4port X dayannual~ 100030North AtlanticNAFONAFOsampling at seaL3vessel tripannual2015-2017719Other RegionsIOTCFAO 51 + 57sampling on shoreT18vessel tripannual2015-2017157120 General comment: This table fulfils Article 3, Article 4 paragraph (4) and Article 8 of this Decision and forms the basis for the fulfilment of paragraph 2 point (a)(i) of Chapter III of the multiannual Union programme. This table refers to data to be collected under Tables 1(A), 1(B) and 1(C) of the multiannual Union programme. Use this table to identify all fishery-dependent sampling schemes in the Member State. The Member State shall list the strata within the scheme, the primary sampling unit (PSU) type and the envisaged number of PSUs that will be available in the year of submission. For each stratum, Member State shall record the number of PSUs it is planning to undertake. Name of the variableGuidanceMSMember State's name shall be given as ISO 3166-1 alpha-3 code, e.g. DEU.MS participating in samplingIf the sampled activity has been carried out according to a regionally coordinated programme, all participating Member States shall be listed. Otherwise, the Member State responsible for the sampling shall be listed. Links to planned regional and international coordination or bi- and multilateral agreements, where available, shall be listed in the Comments.RegionMember State shall refer to the naming convention used in Table 5(C) of the multiannual Union programme (level II). If information refers to all regions, insert all regions.RFMO/RFO/IO

Member State shall enter the acronym of the competent regional fisheries management organisation (RFMO), regional fisheries organisation (RFO) or international organisation (IO) for providing management/advice on the species/stock. e.g. RFMO: ICCAT, GFCM, NAFO e.g. RFO: CECAF e.g. IO: ICES If no RFMO, RFO or IO is applicable, NA (not applicable) is used. Sub-area/Fishing groundMember State shall indicate the fishing ground (e.g. the ICES area, the GFCM GSA, the NAFO area, etc.).SchemeMember State shall state the sampling scheme: at markets, at sea, a combination of both methods or other. If other is used (e.g. other (Market stock-specific sampling)), it shall be described in Text Box 4A of this Annex.Stratum ID codeMember State shall indicate a unique code to identify each stratum within the scheme. Free text or coding can be used, but it shall always coincide with the stratum ID code, as in Table 4B of this Annex. Strata with no coverage (i.e. no planned number of PSUs) shall also be detailed, in order to provide measurement on coverage of the sampling plan.PSU typeMember State shall indicate the primary sampling unit (PSU) inside each stratum. PSU could be fishing trip, fishing vessel, port, fishing day, etc.Catch fractions coveredMember State shall indicate which fraction of the catch is to be sampled. Insert Catch, if the bulk catch is sampled, Landings, Discards, Landings+Discards, etc. Species/Stocks covered for estimation of volume and length of catch fractionsMember State shall indicate if the sampling plan covers all or only a part of the species. Insert all species and stocks, only stocks in Table 1A, 1B and 1C, selected species/stocks and specify further in Comments.Seasonality (Temporal strata)Member State shall provide a keyword description of the sampling scheme in terms of temporal stratification: monthly, quarterly, annual, etc.Reference yearsMember State shall indicate the year(s) used as a reference for the expected primary sampling units in the year of implementation of the sampling scheme. Member State shall use the three most recent years (e.g. 2014-2016). Reasons may be given to justify the use of a different period.Average number of PSUs during the reference yearsMember State shall indicate the total number of PSUs calculated as the average values of the years used as reference.Planned number of PSUsMember State shall state the planned number of PSU to be sampled.CommentsAny further comment. Text Box 4A Sampling plan description for biological data General comment: This box fulfils Article 3, Article 4 paragraph (4) and Article 8 of this Decision and forms the basis for the fulfilment of paragraph 2 point (a)(i) of Chapter III of the multiannual Union programme. This Table refers to data to be collected under Tables 1(A), 1(B) and 1(C) of the multiannual Union programme. Description of the sampling plan according to Article 5 paragraph (3) of this Decision (max. 900 words per region) Table 4B Sampling frame description for biological data

WPWP date of submission31.10.2016MSStratum ID numberStratumSampling frame descriptionMethod of PSU selectionCommentsGBRSCT SD1-5North Sea offshore fish trawlersVessel list of 120 DTS >18 mrandom draw from randomised listGBRSCT SD2-5North sea offshore prawn trawlersVessel list of 60 DTS targeting shellfishrandom draw from randomised listGBRSCT SD3-5North sea inshore trawlersVessel list of 250 DTS <18 m based in NS portsrandom draw from randomised listGBRSCT SD4-5West coast offshore trawlersVessel list of 15 DTS >18 m based in WC portsrandom draw from randomised listGBRSCT SD5-5Westcoast inshore trawlersVessel list of 2500 DTS < 18 m based in WC portsrandom draw from randomised listGBRSCT LD1-4NE main port1 port active for ~ 345 daysrandom weekday from systematic (weekly) coverageGBRSCT LD2-4NE minor ports25 ports active over 280 daysrandom weekday from systematic (weekly) coverageGBRSCT LD3-4W ports10 ports active over ~ 300 daysrandom weekday from systematic (weekly) coverageGBRSCT LD4-4Island ports4 ports active over ~ 250 daysrandom weekday from systematic (weekly) coverage ESPL3trawlers operating in NAFOvessels with licence to fish in NAFOrandom draw from the list of vessels (without replacement)ESPT18purse seiners fishing tropical tunas in IOTCpurse seiners fishing in Indian Ocean and landing in the port of Victoria (Seychelles)random draw from purse seiner vessels landing in the port of Victoria (Seychelles)purse seiner fleet, fishing tropical tunas in Indian Ocean lands their catches in the ports of Victoria, Mahé, Mombasa, Antisarana, but due to the long distance, sampling can be performed only in the port of Victoria (where most of the fleet landings take place) General comment: This table fulfils Article 3, Article 4 paragraph (4) and Article 8 of this Decision and forms the basis for the fulfilment of paragraph 2 point (a)(i) of Chapter III of the multiannual Union programme. This table refers to data to be collected under Tables 1(A), 1(B) and 1(C) of the multiannual Union programme. Use this table to provide more detail on the strata and sampling frames of each scheme. Name of the variableGuidanceMSMember State shall be given as ISO 3166-1 alpha-3 code, e.g. DEU.Stratum ID codeMember State shall indicate a unique code to identify each stratum within the scheme. Free text or coding can be used, but it shall always coincide with the stratum ID code, as in Table 4A of this Annex. Strata with no coverage (i.e. no planned number of PSUs) shall also be detailed, in order to provide measurement on coverage of the sampling plan.StratumMember State shall insert a short description (free text) of the sampling strata (e.g. trawlers in the GSA 22; west coast purse-seiners; ports of the NW area, etc.).Sampling frame descriptionMember State shall shortly describe (free text) the sampling frame for each stratum (e.g. list of vessels in the GSA 22; list of purse-seiners in the west coast; list of ports in the NW area).Method of PSU selectionMember State shall indicate the method(s) (free text) for the selection of the primary sampling unit (PSU).CommentsAny further comment.

Table 4C Data on the fisheries by member state WPWP date of submission31.10.2016MSRegionRFMO/RFO/IOSub-area/Fishing groundReference yearsFleet segment/MetierTargeted species/species assemblageAverage number of vesselsAverage number of fishing tripsAverage number of fishing daysAverage landings (tons)Average landings (tons) in national portsAverage landings (tons) in foreign portsCommentsDEUBaltic SeaICES areas III b-ddemersal trawlersbottom trawl mixed fishery1022456357388542343154DEUBaltic SeaICES areas III b-ddemersal seine netmixed whitefish675822642130134DEUBaltic SeaICES areas III b-dpelagicmackerel25891197459840321342GBRNorth Sea and Eastern ArcticICES Sub-areas I, II, IIIa, IV and VIIdOTB_CRU_16-22shrimps153625634563450GBRNorth AtlanticNAFONAFO2015-2017OTB_MD D_130-219_0_0Mixed demersal and deep water species (Greenland Halibut)2347795912591250GBRNorth AtlanticNAFONAFO2015-2017OTB_MD D_>=220_ 0_0Mixed demersal and deep water species (skates)1920342464846480GBRNorth AtlanticNAFONAFO2015-2017OTB_CRU _40-59_0_0Crustaceans (northern shrimp)221225250 GBRNorth AtlanticNAFONAFO2015-2017OTM_DEF 130-135_0_0Demersal species (alfonsino)12NA NA NA 0 Confidential data (only one vessel)ESPOther RegionsIOTCFAO 51 + 572015-2017PS_LPF 0_0_0 (TROP)Tropical tunas (bigeye, skipjack, yellowfin)1515741081277950127795a different reference period (2015-2016) have been taken because during the year 2017 most vessels moved to other regions due to the piracy General comment: This table fulfils Article 4 paragraph (4) of this Decision and forms the basis for the fulfilment of paragraph 2 point (a)(i)(ii)(iii) of Chapter III of the multiannual Union programme. This table refers to data to be collected under Tables 1(A), 1(B) and 1(C) of the multiannual Union programme. Use this table to summarise the size and activity of the national fleet. Name of the variableGuidanceMSMember State's name shall be given as ISO 3166-1 alpha-3 code, e.g. DEU.RegionMember State shall refer to the naming convention used in Table 5(C) of the multiannual Union programme (level II). If information refers to all regions, insert all regions.RFMO/RFO/IO Member State shall enter the acronym of the competent regional fisheries management organisation (RFMO), regional fisheries organisation (RFO) or international organisation (IO) for providing management/advice on the species/stock. e.g. RFMO: ICCAT, GFCM, NAFO e.g. RFO: CECAF e.g. IO: ICES If no RFMO, RFO or IO is applicable, NA (not applicable) is used. Sub-area/Fishing groundMember State shall indicate the fishing ground (e.g. the ICES area, the GFCM GSA, the NAFO area, etc.).Reference yearsMember State shall state the year(s) to which the description of the fisheries actually refers (e.g. 2014-2016). Member State shall select the three most recent years with data available.Fleet Segment/metierData shall be reported by metier (at level 6) as defined in Table 2 of the multiannual Union programme, or fleet segment, as defined in Table 5(B) of the multiannual Union programme.Targeted species/species assemblageMember State shall indicate the target species assemblage (Demersal species, Small pelagic fish, etc.) as indicated in Table 2 of the multiannual Union programme.Average number of vesselsMember State shall indicate the average number of vessels by fleet segment/metier in the given reference years.Average number of fishing tripsMember State shall indicate the average number of fishing trips by fleet segment/metier in the given reference years.Average number of fishing daysMember State shall indicate the average number of fishing days by fleet segment/metier in the given reference years.Average landings (tons)Member State shall report the average volume in live weight (tons) of the total landings by fleet segment/metier in the given reference years. This column shall be obtained from the sum of the other two columns of this table: Average landings (tons) in national ports and Average landings (tons) in foreign ports.

Average landings (tons) in national portsMember State shall report the average volume in live weight (tons) of the landings by fleet segment/metier in the given reference years.Average landings (tons) in foreign portsMember State shall report the average volume in live weight (tons) of the landings abroad by fleet segment/metier in the given reference years. If none, indicate 0.CommentsAny further comment. Table 4D Landing Locations WPWP date of submission31.10.2016MSRegionSub-area/Fishing groundReference yearsLanding locations(s)Average number of locationsAverage number of registered landingsAverage landed tonnageAverage landed tonnage of national fleetAverage landed tonnage of foreign fleetCommentsGBRNorth Sea and Eastern ArcticICES Sub-areas I, II, IIIa, IV and VIId2015-2017grouping 12289411324710247810769GBRNorth Sea and Eastern ArcticICES Sub-areas I, II, IIIa, IV and VIId2015-2017grouping n37950156415640GBRNorth Sea and Eastern ArcticICES Sub-areas I, II, IIIa, IV and VIId2015-2017GBRNorth Sea and Eastern ArcticICES Sub-areas I, II, IIIa, IV and VIId General comment: This table fulfils Article 4 paragraph (4) of this Decision and forms the basis for the fulfilment of paragraph 2 point (a (i)(ii)(iii) of Chapter III of the multiannual Union programme. This table refers to data to be collected under Tables 1(A), 1(B) and 1(C) of the multiannual Union programme. Use this table to summarise the characteristics of the landings into the Member State. Name of the variableGuidanceMSMember State's name shall be given as ISO 3166-1 alpha-3 code, e.g. DEU.RegionMember State shall refer to the naming convention used in Table 5(C) of the multiannual Union programme (level II). If information refers to all regions, insert all regions.Sub-area/Fishing groundMember State shall indicate the fishing ground (e.g. the ICES area, the GFCM GSA, the NAFO area, etc.).Reference yearsMember State shall state the year(s) to which the description of the landing locations actually refers (e.g. 2014-2016). Member State shall select the three most recent years with data available.Landing locations(s)Member State shall fill in with free text describing the grouping/assemblage of landing locations (e.g. major ports, minor ports, ports, local ports, etc.), if available.Average number of locationsMember State shall indicate the average number of landing locations by grouping/assemblage in the given reference years, if available.Average number of registered landingsMember State shall indicate the average number of registered landing operations that took place by grouping/assemblage (if applicable) in the given reference years. As the previous fields are optional, this field could refer the average number of total landings operations in the Member State.Average landed tonnageMember State shall indicate the average volume in live weight (tons) of the total landing during the reference years. Data shall be reported by grouping/assemblage of landing places (if applicable). This column shall be given by the sum of the other two columns of this Table: Average landed tonnage of national fleet and Average landed tonnage of foreign fleet.Average landed tonnage of national fleetMember State shall indicate the average volume in live weight (tons) of the total landing made by Member State vessels during the reference years by grouping/assemblage of landing places (if applicable).Average landed tonnage of foreign fleetMember State shall indicate the average volume in live weight (tons) of the total landing made by foreign vessels during the reference years by grouping/assemblage of landing places (if applicable).If none, indicate 0.CommentsAny further comment.

SECTION 5 DATA QUALITY Table 5A Quality assurance framework for biological data WPWP date of submission31.10.2016Sampling designSampling implementationData captureData StorageData processingMSMS participating in samplingSampling year/periodRegionRFMO/RFO/IOName of sampling schemeSampling frameIs the sampling design documented?Where can documentation on sampling design be found?Are non-responses and refusals recorded?Are quality checks to validate detailed data documented?Where can documentation on quality checks for data capture be found?In which national database are data stored?In which international database(s) are data stored?Are processes to evaluate data accuracy (bias and precision) documented?Where can documentation on processes to evaluate accuracy be found?Are the editing and imputation methods documented?Where can documentation on editing and imputation be found?CommentsSWESWE2017NS&EAICESsea-samplingdemersal trawlersYxxxxYYxxxFiskData2RDB-FishFrameNxxxxSWESWE2017BalticICESshore samplingcod landingsYxxxxYYxxxFiskData2RDB-FishFrameSWESWE2017NS&EA/BalticICESrecreational surveyY General comment: This table fulfils Article 5 paragraph (2) point (a) of this Decision. This table is intended to specify data to be collected under Tables 1(A), 1(B) and 1(C) of the multiannual Union programme. Use this table to state whether documentation in the data collection process (design, sampling implementation, data capture, data storage and data processing) exists and identify where this documentation can be found. Names on sampling schemes and strata shall be identical to those in Tables 4A and 4B of this Annex. Name of the variableGuidanceMSMember State's name shall be given as ISO 3166-1 alpha-3 code, e.g. DEU.MS participating in samplingIf the sampling scheme is carried out within a regional/bilateral/multilateral coordinated programme, all participating Member States shall be given. If the sampling scheme is carried out unilaterally, the single Member State shall be given.Sampling year/periodMember State shall state the year or period for planned sampling.RegionMember State shall refer to the naming convention used in Table 5(C) of the multiannual Union programme (level II). If information refers to all regions, insert all regions.RFMO/RFO/IO Member State shall enter the acronym of the competent regional fisheries management organisation (RFMO), regional fisheries organisation (RFO) or international organisation (IO) for providing management/advice on the species/stock. e.g. RFMO: ICCAT, GFCM, NAFO e.g. RFO: CECAF e.g. IO: ICES If no RFMO, RFO or IO is applicable, NA (not applicable) is used. Name of sampling schemeMember State shall state the name of the sampling scheme. Names of sampling schemes shall be identical to the names used in Tables 4A and 4B of this Annex, in Table 1D of this Annex (type of survey) and in Table 1E of this Annex (species method).Sampling frameMember State shall state the sampling frame. Names of sampling frames shall be identical to the names in Tables 4A and 4B of this Annex.Is the sampling design documented?Member State shall indicate with Y (yes) or N (no). If N (no), indicate in the Comments when (year) documentation will be available.Where can documentation on sampling design be found?Member State shall provide link to web page where the documentation can be found, if Member State responded Y (yes) in previous field. Otherwise, insert NA (not applicable).Are non-responses and refusals recorded?Member State shall indicate with Y (yes) or N (no). If N (no), indicate in the Comments when (year) documentation will be available.

Are quality checks to validate detailed data documented?Member State shall indicate with Y (yes) or N (no). If N (no), indicate in the Comments when (year) documentation will be available.Where can documentation on quality checks for data capture be found?Member State shall provide link to web page where the documentation can be found, if Member State responded Y (yes) in previous field. Otherwise, insert NA (not applicable).In which national database are data stored?Member State shall provide the name of national database, if applicable. Otherwise, insert NA (not applicable).In which international database(s) are data stored?Member State shall provide the name of international database(s), if applicable. Otherwise, insert NA (not applicable).Are processes to evaluate data accuracy (bias and precision) documented?Member State shall indicate with Y (yes) or N (no). If N (no), indicate in the Comments when (year) documentation will be available.Where can documentation on processes to evaluate accuracy be found?Member State shall provide link to web page where the documentation can be found, if Member State responded Y (yes) in previous field. Otherwise, insert NA (not applicable).Are the editing and imputation methods documented?Member State shall indicate with Y (yes) or N (no). If N (no), indicate in the Comments when (year) documentation will be available.Where can documentation on editing and imputation be found?Member State shall provide link to web page where the documentation can be found, if Member State responded Y (yes) in previous field. Otherwise, insert NA (not applicable).CommentsAny further comment. Use this field to indicate when documentation will be made available (if that presently is not the case). Table 5B Quality assurance framework for socioeconomic data Institutional environmentP3 Impartiality and objectivenessP4 ConfidentialityMSSampling year/periodRegionRFMO/RFO/IO/NSBName of data collection schemeName of data sourcesStatistically sound sources and methodsError checkingAre procedures for confidential data handling in place and documented?Are protocols to enforce confidentiality between DCF partners in place and documented?Are protocols to enforce confidentiality with external users in place and documented? Statistical processeP5 Sound methodologyP6 Appropriate statistical proceduresP7 Non-excessive burden on respondentsP8 Cost effectivenessIs sound methodology documented?Does it follow international standards, guidelines and best practices?Are methodologies consistent at MS, regional and EU level?Is there consistency between administrative and other statistical data?Are there agreements for access and quality of administrative data between partners?Are data collection, entry and coding checked?Are editing and imputation methods used and checked?Are revisions documented and available?Is duplication of data collection avoided?Do automatic techniques for data capture, data coding and validation exist? WPStatistical OutputsWP date of submission31.10.2016P9 RelevanceP10 Accuracy and reliabilityP11 Timeliness and punctualityP12 coherence and comparabilityP13 Accessibility and ClarityCommentsAre end-users listed and updated?Are sources, intermediate results and outputs regularly assessed and validated?Are errors measured and documented?Are procedures in place to ensure timely execution?Are procedures in place to monitor internal coherence?Are statistics comparable over time?Are methodological documents publicly available?Are data stored in databases?Where can documentation be found?

General comment: This table fulfils Article 5 paragraph (2) point (b) of this Decision. This table is intended to specify data to be collected under Tables 5(A), 6 and 7 of the multiannual Union programme. Use this table to state whether documentation in the data collection process exists and identify where this documentation can be found. Name of the variableGuidanceMSMember State's name shall be given as ISO 3166-1 alpha-3 code, e.g. DEU.Sampling year/periodMember State shall state the year or period for planned sampling.RegionMember State shall refer to the naming convention used in Table 5(C) of the multiannual Union programme (level II). If information refers to all regions, insert all regions.RFMO/RFO/IO/NSB Member State shall enter the acronym of the competent regional fisheries management organisation (RFMO), regional fisheries organisation (RFO), international organisation (IO) or national statistical body (NSB) for providing management/advice on the species/stock. e.g. RFMO: ICCAT, GFCM, NAFO e.g. RFO: CECAF e.g. IO: ICES e.g. agencies, institutions dealing with socioeconomic statistics If no RFMO, RFO, IO or NSB is applicable, NA (not applicable) is used. Name of data collection schemeMember State shall indicate the name of sampling schemes. They shall be identical to the names used in Table 3A, Table 3B and Table 3C of this Annex.Name of data sourcesMember State shall indicate the name of data sources. They shall be identical to the names used in Table 3A, Table 3B and Table 3C of this Annex.Statistically sound sources and methodsMember State shall indicate with Y (yes) or N (no) whether statistically sound sources and methods are in place. If N (no), indicate in the Comments main constraints.Error checkingMember State shall indicate shall indicate with Y (yes) or N (no) whether errors discovered in published data are corrected at the earliest possible date and publicised. If N (no), indicate in the Comments main constraints.Are procedures for confidential data handling in place and documented?Member State shall indicate with Y (yes) or N (no) whether procedures for the enforcement, treatment and reduction of confidential data are in place and documented. If N (no), indicate in the Comments main constraints.Are protocols to enforce confidentiality between DCF partners in place and documented?Member State shall indicate with Y (yes) or N (no) whether protocols to enforce confidentiality between DCF partners are in place and documented. If N (no), indicate in the Comments main constraints. Are protocols to enforce confidentiality with external users in place and documented?Member State shall indicate with Y (yes) or N (no) whether protocols to enforce confidentiality with external users are in place and documented. If N (no), indicate in the Comments main constraints.Is sound methodology documented?Member State shall indicate with Y (yes) or N (no) whether sound methodology is documented. If yes, please provide reference. If N (no), indicate in the Comments main constraints.Does it follow international standards, guidelines and best practices?Member State shall indicate with Y (yes) or N (no) whether sound methodology follows international standards, guidelines and best practices. If Y (yes), please provide reference. If N (no), indicate in the Comments main constraints.Are methodologies consistent at MS, regional and EU level?Member State shall indicate with Y (yes) or N (no) whether procedures are in place to ensure that standards, concepts, definitions and classifications are consistent between partners at Member State, regional and EU level. If N (no), indicate in the Comments main constraints.Is there consistency between administrative and other statistical data?Member State shall indicate with Y (yes) or N (no) whether procedures are in place to ensure the consistency of definitions and concepts between administrative and other statistical data. If N (no), indicate in the Comments main constraints.Are there agreements for access and quality of administrative data between partners?Member State shall indicate with Y (yes) or N (no) whether there are agreements in place to ensure access to relevant administrative data and quality of relevant administrative data between partners. If N (no), indicate in the Comments main constraints.Are data collection, entry and coding checked?Member State shall indicate with Y (yes) or N (no) whether data collection, data entry and coding are routinely monitored and revised, as required. If N (no), indicate in the Comments main constraints.Are editing and imputation methods used and checked?Member State shall indicate with Y (yes) or N (no) whether editing and imputation methods are used and regularly reviewed, revised or updated as required. If no, indicate in the Comments main constraints.Are revisions documented and available?Member State shall indicate with Y (yes) or N (no) whether revisions are documented and available. If N (no), indicate in the Comments main constraints.Is duplication of data collection avoided?Member State shall indicate with Y (yes) or N (no) whether administrative sources are used whenever possible to avoid duplication of data collection and reduce burden on respondents. If N (no), indicate in the Comments main constraints.

Do automatic techniques for data capture, data coding and validation exist?Member State shall indicate with Y (yes) or N (no) whether procedures and tools exist to implement automatic techniques for data capture, data coding and validation. If N (no), indicate in the Comments main constraints.Are end-users listed and updated?Member State shall indicate with Y (yes) or N (no) whether a list of key end-users and their data uses, including a list of unmet user needs, are available and regularly updated. If N (no), indicate in the Comments main constraints.Are sources, intermediate results and outputs regularly assessed and validated?Member State shall indicate with Y (yes) or N (no) whether data sources, intermediate results and statistical outputs are regularly assessed and validated. If N (no), indicate in the Comments main constraints.Are errors measured and documented?Member State shall indicate with Y (yes) or N (no) whether sampling errors and non-sampling errors are measured and systematically documented, according to the European standards. If N (no), indicate in the Comments main constraints.Are procedures in place to ensure timely execution?Member State shall indicate with Y (yes) or N (no) whether procedures exist to monitor the progress of the tasks and ensure their timely execution. If N (no), indicate in the Comments main constraints.Are procedures in place to monitor internal coherence?Member State shall indicate with Y (yes) or N (no) whether procedures to monitor internal coherence are developed and carried out in a systematic way and divergences explained. If N (no), indicate in the Comments main constraints.Are statistics comparable over time?Member State shall indicate with Y (yes) or N (no) whether statistics are comparable over a reasonable period of time, whether breaks in the time series are explained and whether methods to ensure reconciliation over a period of time are made available. If N (no), indicate in the Comments main constraints.Are methodological documents publicly available?Member State shall indicate with Y (yes) or N (no) whether methodological documents are readily available. If N (no), indicate in the Comments main constraints.Are data stored in databases?Member State shall indicate with Y (yes) or N (no) whether primary, detailed and aggregated data and associated metadata are stored in databases. If N (no), indicate in the Comments main constraints.Where can documentation be found?Give link to webpage where the documentation can be found, if Member State responded Y (yes) in previous field. Otherwise, insert NA (not applicable).CommentsAny further comment. Use this field to indicate when documentation will be made available (if that presently is not the case). SECTION 6 DATA AVAILABILITY Table 6A Data availability WPWP date of submission31.10.2016MSData setSectionVariable groupYear(s) of WP implementationReference yearFinal data available afterCommentsSWEFleet economic3ARevenue/costsNN – 1N + 1, March 1SWEAquaculture economicallNN – 1N + 1, March 1SWEFishing Activity VariablecapacityNNN + 1, January 31SWEFishing Activity VariablelandingsNNN + 1, March 31SWEFish processing economicallNN – 2N + 1, November 1

General comment: This table fulfils Article 6 of this Decision. Use this table to provide information on data availability to end-users per data set. Name of the variableGuidanceMSMember State shall be given as ISO 3166-1 alpha-3 code, e.g. DEU.Data setMember State shall refer to the data set for which information on availability will be given. The name of the data set can be derived by the title of the respective tables of this Annex.SectionMember State shall refer to the specific section of the work plan.Variable groupMember State shall refer to the specific variables in Tables 1B, 1E, 1I, 2A, 3A, 3B of this Annex. When reference is made to another table, this field can be left empty.Year(s) of WP implementationMember State shall refer to the year or years that the work plan will apply.Reference yearMember State shall refer to the year of the foreseen collection of data.Final data available afterMember State shall state after how many years from collection, the data will be available to end-users. Use year and month if applicable.CommentsAny further comment. SECTION 7 COORDINATION Table 7A Planned regional and international coordination WPWP date of submission31.10.2016MSAcronymName of meetingRFMO/RFO/IOPlanned MS participationCommentsSWERCM MedXSWEWGNSSKICESXSWEMEDITSX General comment: This table fulfils Article 7 paragraph (1) of this Decision. Use this table to provide information on the planned participation of the Member State to meetings relevant for data collection under the DCF. Name of the variableGuidanceMSMember State shall be given as ISO 3166-1 alpha-3 code, e.g. DEU.AcronymMember State shall provide the official acronym of the meeting attended.Name of the meetingMember State shall provide the full official name of the meeting attended.RFMO/RFO/IO Member State shall enter the acronym of the competent regional fisheries management organisation (RFMO), regional fisheries organisation (RFO) or international organisation (IO) for providing management/advice on the species/stock. e.g. RFMO: ICCAT, GFCM, NAFO e.g. RFO: CECAF e.g. IO: ICES If no RFMO, RFO or IO is applicable, NA (not applicable) is used. Planned MS participationMember State shall mark if it is planned to attend the meeting.CommentsAny further comment. Table 7B Follow-up of recommendations and agreements WPWP date of submission31.10.2016MSRegionRFMO/RFO/IOSourceSectionTopicRecommendation numberRecommendation/AgreementFollow-up actionCommentsSWENorth AtlanticLM 2014Metier related variablesLVABalticSTECF 14-13VIIIII.C, III.EIII.Fall General comment: This table fulfils Article 7 paragraph (1) and Article 8 of this Decision. Use this table to provide information on how the Member State plans to fulfil the recommendations and agreements relating to data collection under the DCF at the European and international level. Name of the variableGuidanceMSMember State shall be given as ISO 3166-1 alpha-3 code, e.g. DEU.RegionMember State shall refer to the naming convention used in Table 5(C) of the multiannual Union programme (level II). If recommendation refers to all regions, insert all regions.RFMO/RFO/IO

Member State shall enter the acronym of the competent regional fisheries management organisation (RFMO), regional fisheries organisation (RFO) or international organisation (IO) for providing management/advice on the species/stock. e.g. RFMO: ICCAT, GFCM, NAFO e.g. RFO: CECAF e.g. IO: ICES If no RFMO, RFO or IO is applicable, NA (not applicable) is used. SourceMember State shall provide the source of recommendation in the form of the acronym of the relevant Regional Coordination Meeting (RCM)/Regional Coordination Group (RCG), Liaison Meeting (LM), STECF Expert Working Group (EWG), e.g. LM 2014, STECF EWG 14-07.SectionMember State shall refer to the work plan section, e.g. 1A, 1B, etc. If recommendation applies to several sections, insert the relevant sections. If recommendation applies to all sections, insert all.TopicMember State shall refer to the topic to which recommendation applies, e.g. Data quality, Surveys, etc.Recommendation numberMember State shall refer to the number assigned to an individual recommendation, where numbers exist.Recommendation/AgreementMember State shall refer to the relevant recommendations to the work plan reference period and to the Member State. There is no need to list recommendations and agreements that do not apply to the Member State (e.g. on the terms of reference of ICES expert groups, on actions to be taken by the Commission, etc.).Follow-up actionMember State shall give a brief description on the responsive actions taken or to be taken.CommentsAny further comment. Table 7C Bi- and multilateral agreements WPWP date of submission31.10.2016MSsContact personsContentCoordinationDescription of sampling/sampling protocol/sampling intensityData transmissionAccess to vesselsValidityCommentsDEU - DNKname and email address by MS participating a) DEU vessels landing for first sale in DNK to be covered under DEU WP. b) DNK vessels landing for first sale in DE to be covered under DNK WP. NA Length and age of discards and landings, in accordance with the respective WP. Levels and coverage of sampling to be as agreed at the annual RCMs Baltic and NS&EA. DEu/DNK responsible for submitting data from each own vessels to the respective end-users and to each other.country responsible for sampling ensures access to vesselsaccording to WPLTU - DEU - LVA - NLD - POLDEU, LVA, LTU, NLD, POL to cooperate in the biological data collection on pelagic fisheries in CECAF waters in 2014-2015 and 2016-2017 (new extension).NL to coordinate the execution of this multi-lateral agreement. NL will contract independent contractor Corten Marine Research (CMR) as agent between NL and IMROP, the Mauritanian Fisheries Research Institute. CMR will hire Mauritanian observers from IMROP to carry out the actual sampling. CMR and IMROP will have an agreement in which the mutual obligations will be formalized; among others that only the additional costs for this specific task will be priced.Biological sampling carried on board fishing vessels in CECAF area by Mauritanian observers. Observers introduced by CMR and follow the sampling protocol as described in Biological Data Collection of pelagic fisheries in CECAF waters in compliance with the DCF, version 31-05-2011.CMR is responsible for data collection, quality control and delivery to the CECAF pelagic working group of all data collected under this agreement. CMR also reports all data to CVO and CVO will distribute the data to the partners.Each Partner ensures access to its fleet for Mauritanian observers under this agreement. Denied access to vessels does not exempt a Partner from legal or financial obligations.This agreement commences on January 1, 2012. With exception of financial obligations, it ends on December 31, 2013. It is subject to dissolve prior to this date in case the pelagic fishery in the CECAF area by EU vessels closes. Eventual remaining contributions will be pro rata reimbursed to Partners. The agreement was extended to a new end date: 31 December 2015

General comment: This table fulfils Article 7 paragraph (2) and Article 8 of this Decision. Use this table to provide information on the agreements with other Member States and how European and international obligations are met. Name of the variableGuidanceMSsMember States involved in the agreement shall be given as ISO 3166-1 alpha-3 code, e.g. DEU.Contact personsMember State shall provide the name and email address of the responsible person from each Member State, involved in the agreement.ContentMember State shall provide a brief description of the aim of the agreement. Member State shall provide an unambiguous full reference or a valid link to the documentation of the agreement, where relevant, in the Comments.CoordinationMember State shall describe briefly how the coordination is done/will be done and by whom.Description of sampling/sampling protocol/sampling intensityMember State shall describe briefly the sampling to be carried out under the agreement.Data transmissionMember State shall state which Member State is/will be responsible for submitting which data set.Access to vesselsMember State shall state if the agreement implies access to other partners' vessels.ValidityMember State shall mention the year when the agreement expires or the year when the agreement was/will be signed, if it rolls over annually.CommentsAny further comment.

Annex

ANNEX II Provisions of the multiannual Union programmeCorresponding part of the work planProvisionTableTableTextChapter IIIFootnote 6 of 1.1(d)3(C)Text Box 3(C) 2(a)(i) 2(a)(ii) 2(a)(iii) 1(A), 1(B), 1(C) 1(A), 1(B), 1(C) 1(A), 1(B), 1(C) 1(A), 1(B), 1(C) 1(A), 1(B), 1(C) 1(A), 1(B), 1(C) 2(a)(iv)31(D) 2(b) 2(c) 1(E) 1(E) 1(E) 1(E) Text Box 1(E) Text Box 1(E) 3(a)1(D)1(F)3(c)——Pilot Study 2442(A)Text Box 2(A) 5(a) 5(b) 5(A) 6 3(A) 3(A) Text Box 3(A) Text Box 3(A), Pilot study 3 6(a) 6(b) 6(c) 7 6 8 3(B) 3(B) — Text Box 3(B) Text Box 3(B) Pilot Study 4 Chapter IV1101(G), 1(H)Text Box 1(G)Chapter V4——Pilot Study 1