Comments are being accepted by DFO on a draft Scallop Buffer zone protocol developed by DFO.  Deadline is noted as January 18th for comment.  The PEIFA have requested an extension to this deadline.  

Click the following link to view the full draft document in pdf:  

userfiles/document2012-12-31-111204 (2) Scallop Buffer protocol second draft Jan 2013.pdf

Any fishers with comments on the draft are asked to contact the FA and DFO.