Scottish government ditches plans for controversial 'no-take' zones following backlash

'Ministers will now need to reassure people they are not simply intent on introducing the same policy by the back door' warned the Scottish Fishermen’s Federation.

The seafood sector has set out a clear pathway on how we can work with government to strike the right balance between nature conservation and sustainable use, and the test for government now is to deliver upon that." said Elspeth Macdonald, CEO of Scottish Fishermen's Federation.
The seafood sector has set out a clear pathway on how we can work with government to strike the right balance between nature conservation and sustainable use, and the test for government now is to deliver upon that." said Elspeth Macdonald, CEO of Scottish Fishermen's Federation.Photo: LinkedIn
Published 29 June 2023, 19:43Updated 29 June 2023, 19:43