'It blows my mind that anyone thought it was a good idea': Scotland seafood industry fears dire impacts from new 'no-take' zones

Both farmed and wild sectors are aligned in their concern over a ban of commercial fishing activity in 10% of the country's waters.

Under the Bute House Agreement, the Scottish government committed to designating at least 10 percent of Scotland’s seas as conservation zones by 2026. — Under the Bute House Agreement, the Scottish government committed to designating at least 10 percent of Scotland’s seas as conservation zones by 2026.Photo: Cooke Aquaculture Scotland

Matthew Wilcox

Scotland Salmon Scotland Mowi Scotland Seafood Scotland Highly Protected Marine Areas (HPMAs)

Published 8 June 2023, 07:01Updated 8 August 2023, 19:31