date:Jul 20, 2012
mula that determines the maximum tonnage that can be fished in a given year as a function of the size of the stock.
It has been applied since 2010 and was developed by the Commission in close cooperation with the industry and the Member States concerned to ensure long-term stability.
The stock size used in the proposal is a preliminary estimate that must be formally confirmed by the relevant scientific bodies. Should this figure change, the Commission's proposal will be updated accordingly.