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'Finally': Groups welcome proposed ban on bottom trawling in protected areas

LAST year’s stooshie over the proposed introduction of Highly Protected Marine Areas has undoubtedly increased scrutiny on marine policy in…

The National (Scotland) · Aug 24, 2024

National readers give verdict on whether SNP should keep governing deal with Greens

NATIONAL readers have delivered their verdict on whether or not the SNP should continue with the Bute House Agreement.

The National (Scotland) · Aug 12, 2023

Have your say: Is shelving HPMAs the right move?

The Scottish Government has dropped its controversial plans to restrict fishing in 10 per cent of Scotland’s waters following an uproar from…

The National (Scotland) · Jun 29, 2023

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Galloway fishermen fear livelihoods could end if Solway designated highly protected marine area

Galloway Static Gear Inshore Fishermen's Association members are "raging" at Scottish Government proposals to ban fishing in 10 per cent of the country's seas

Daily Record · May 22, 2023

Labour accused of 'point scoring' in debate comparing HPMAs to Highland Clearances

SCOTTISH Labour have been accused of “political point scoring” over HPMAs amid another Holyrood debate on the issue.

The National (Scotland) · May 16, 2023

SNP MSP Fergus Ewing rips up HPMA plan in Holyrood chamber

FERGUS Ewing ripped up a copy of the Scottish Government’s Highly Protected Marine Areas (HPMAs) consultation during a member’s debate in…

The National (Scotland) · May 2, 2023

Kate Forbes praises Scottish Government's 'new approach' to fishing ban plans

KATE Forbes has appeared to soften her stance on controversial fishing ban plans after saying she would axe them during the SNP leadership race.

The National (Scotland) · May 2, 2023

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Fishing group says marine protected area plan could have 'catastrophic impact' on industry and needs radical rethink

Strategy aims to preserve ecosystems but sector warns more planning is needed

Insider UK · Mar 20, 2023

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