I prefer a small hook, say 1/0 aberdeens that are strong enough.
Bream have small mouths but are strong fighters.
Even freshwater carp hooks smaller than 1/0 work.
I prefer a running ledger.
I've caught them on small bits of Limpets.
A shrimp with a bit of Limpet to keep it on the hook works.
They can't take big baits.
Had them within beach casting distance from a boat at Gimlet rock.
They are attracted by a scent trail,so maybe use a cage feeder.
Cage feeder with weight attached on a running ledger ?