licences
If you are going freshwater fishing you need a licence, you can get them from the environment agency, this is the website where you can get your licence from: https://www.gov.uk/fishing-licences/buy-a-fishing-licence
If you are going sea fishing you don't need a licence.
Need a VHF radio licence? Seavoice Training http://www.seavoice-training.co.uk/.
Sharps
Hooks
If you have hooks in your fishing box/bag always try to keep them covered, a good thing to use is cork to stick the hook's in. If you do not have them covered, keep them in the bottom of your box. If you are fishing with a friend ALWAYS tell them if you have any sharps.
Knives
If you carry a knife when fishing keep it covered. If it comes with a plastic case always put the case over the blade.
Safety
If you are fishing in a Dangerous location or from a boat it is always advisable to wear a Lifejacket.
If you are going fishing or boating around Liverpool or Southport please see Liverpool tide time table: https://www.tidetimes.org.uk/liverpool-gladstone-dock-tide-times or you can check the tides for anywhere: http://www.tidetimes.org.uk/