"North-East Atlantic Mackerel Wins Back Sustainable Status"

"Stocks at the centre of the ‘mackerel war’ regain eco-label after joint efforts by fishermen and regional ministers".

"North-east Atlantic mackerel has won back its status as a sustainably managed fish stock - after losing it at the height of the “mackerel war”.

An international coalition of more than 700 fishing boats from small coastal vessels to ocean-going trawlers has regained the “eco-label” for mackerel from the Marine Stewardship Council (MSC), which certifies well-managed fisheries.

The MSC suspended seven certifications for the popular oily fish in 2012 following two years of catches above levels recommended by scientists to sustain the stock."

The UK Press Association had the story May 11, 2016.