Opposition to Lead Restrictions in Fishing Tackle

by name voted on 08.07.2026

Summary

This motion opposes a proposed EU regulation that would restrict the use of lead in certain fishing tackle. It argues that suitable alternatives are not yet available and the restriction lacks sufficient scientific and socio-economic evidence.

10 08.07.2026

Resolution

fisheries

environment

administrative law

business and competition

Key points

The motion formally opposes the adoption of the draft regulation regarding lead in fishing tackle.
There is a lack of technically and economically viable alternatives for small fishing weights, which could lead to higher costs or damaged fishing lines.
The socio-economic justification for these restrictions remains uncertain and unproven.
Scientific assessments found no environmental reason to ban sinkers heavier than 50 grams.

Vote

PPE

S&D

PfE

ECR

Renew

Verts/ALE

The Left

ESN

NI

Total

Documents (PDFs)

MOTION FOR A RESOLUTION on the draft Commission regulation amending Annex XVII to Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006 of the European Parliament and of the Council concerning the Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation and Restriction of Chemicals (REACH) as regards lead in certain fishing tackle (D110163/04 – 2026/2714(RPS))

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