ANGLERS are playing a vital role in important research into the best salmon river in England and Wales.

The Environment Agency is appealing again for help to monitor the River Tyne’s fish population during its annual survey.

Anglers are key to collecting information about fish stocks by sending in fish scales to the Environment Agency’s fisheries team. The scales offer clues about fish stocks, their health and their movements throughout the river system. To take part call 0191 203 4140.