Fisheries

Scottish fishing group blames lack of scientific investment for 'unfair' quota cuts

The Shetland Fishermen's Association said 'failure to invest in fisheries science' will lead to economic losses.

"Quota setting for 2025 has been plagued by scientific uncertainties," said Daniel Lawson, executive officer at the Shetland Fishermen’s Association.
"Quota setting for 2025 has been plagued by scientific uncertainties," said Daniel Lawson, executive officer at the Shetland Fishermen’s Association.Photo: SFA Executive Officer Daniel Lawson/Twitter/X
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Published 4 December 2024, 12:49Updated 4 December 2024, 12:49
Shetland Fishermen's AssociationShetlandScotlandUnited KingdomNorway