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Coverage of the new measures that aim to support the fishing industry and marine environment

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There has been widespread coverage in The Sunday Telegraph, The Independent and on BBC News Northern Ireland following our announcement that sets out further steps to deliver a thriving, sustainable fishing industry and healthy marine environment for generations to come. …

Three marine sites better protected as Highly Protected Marine Areas imposed

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The first three marine areas have now been given Highly Protected Marine Area status in English waters, which will aim to protect their marine ecosystems for generations to come. Species and habitats found at the sites will benefit from the highest levels of protection against human activities such as dredging and trawling. The designated sites are Allonby Bay, North East of Farnes Deep and Dolphin Head.

Coverage on post-Brexit fishing opportunities and recently allocated spurdog quota for the UK fishing industry

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Today, we are looking at coverage on post-Brexit fishing opportunities following a visit to Cornwall by Fisheries Minister Mark Spencer. We are also looking at coverage on recently allocated spurdog quota for the UK fishing industry.

UK proposes measures to protect England’s much loved seabirds

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  There has been both national and regional coverage of Defra’s announcement yesterday on the government’s plans to consult on proposed measures to ban industrial sandeel fishing within English waters, with aims to protect some of Britain’s much-loved seabirds including …

Defra calls for more action to protect the world’s ocean

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  There was national and regional coverage following our announcement of new projects under the Blue Planet Fund to boost marine conservation efforts worldwide, fight climate change, and support vulnerable coastal communities. The Independent reported the UK has pledged nearly …