Sandeel fishing banned in UK waters

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UK and Scottish governments both plan sandeel fishing ban to help protect the marine ecosystem

Sandeel are an important food source for many species, such as puffins and porpoises, and play an important part in maintaining the marine ecosystem.

The UK stopped fishing for sandeel in 2021 and today commercial fishing for the species is carried out entirely by continental vessels.

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