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Iceland's fishing industry faces 'uphill battle' as controversial fisheries bill looms

Opponents of the legislation say it could result in more fish being exported as a raw material rather than being processed in Iceland.

Iceland's so-called fishing fee system, which was first introduced in 2004, has undergone several adjustments -- often including a fee increase -- over the years.
Iceland's so-called fishing fee system, which was first introduced in 2004, has undergone several adjustments -- often including a fee increase -- over the years.Photo: Shutterstock
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Published 5 May 2025, 04:49Updated 5 May 2025, 04:49
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