With warming weather and the pond season beginning there is an increased risk of Invasive Non-Native Species (INNS) getting established. Guidance on risk management and prevention of the spread of INNS can be found on the Non-Native Species website.

https://www.nonnativespecies.org/#

Of special relevance to the LFCC there is guidance about floating pennywort.

https://www.nonnativespecies.org/non-native-species/information-portal/view/1766

There is also specific guidance for anglers:

https://www.nonnativespecies.org/biosecurity/pathway-action-plans/angling-pap-for-great-britain#AnglingCodeofConduct

And for boat owners:

https://www.nonnativespecies.org/biosecurity/pathway-action-plans/recreational-boating-pap-for-great-britain#BoatingCodeofConduct

The above two links lead for further information for both groups.