Fisherman John Nichols in Ramsgate

John Nichols, chairman of the Thanet Fisherman's Association, pictured in Ramsgate. Quote: "My name is John Nichols. I've been fishing since August, 1972. We're a shrinking fleet here. Now, we've got 18 vessels in Ramsgate. We're down to probably 14 of those being reasonably active or active. 10, 15 years ago, it was twice the number. They're dropping out, not because they want to drop out, but because the quota and what's available is such that you struggle to earn an honest living."