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Ponds created for fish farming are exempt from planning controls, but the business must by registered with the Ministry of Agriculture Fisheries or Food (or equivalent). Under the Salmon and Freshwater Fisheries Act 1975, consent must be obtained from EA (or equivalent) to introduce fish or spawn to ponds (other than small garden ponds), lakes...