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Sarah Ready: A beacon of fishing inspiration

Fishing Regulatory and Welfare Advisor, Willow Lobster Pot Maker, and Fisher
Location: Brixham, Devon

Equity & Transparency

Carly Fields, Journalist

Carly Fields is an award-winning specialist maritime journalist and editor. For over 20 years, she has been reporting on wide issues in the shipping industry, from the risks of isolation among seafarers and piracy off Somalia to the sector’s route to decarbonisation and future shipping tech.

Introduction

This online exhibition recounts the career of Sarah Ready, as part of the wider SHE_SEES component of the Rewriting Women into Maritime History exhibition. SHE SEES celebrates women’s contributions to the maritime industry through capturing the stories of contemporary female professionals in the UK. Through captivating interviews and stunning photographs, we delve into their stories, bridging the maritime past, present, and the future.

A Beacon of Fishing Inspiration

Sarah Ready is a woman with a deep and uncompromising connection to the fishing industry. She weaves different threads of the fishing industry together to enact change, while preserving tradition and heritage.

Her unwavering commitment to the fishing industry stems from her deep-rooted understanding of its significance, both as a way of life and as a vital part of coastal communities. She tirelessly advocates for fair treatment, highlighting the mental health implications of excessive regulations and the need for a balanced approach to safety measures. Sarah's ability to navigate the fragmented regulatory landscape, characterised by disparate departments and fragmented data, underscores the importance of legal support for fishers.