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UK public urges bottom trawling ban

New research from the Blue Marine Foundation reveals that 77% of UK adults are concerned about the loss of marine life caused by bottom trawling, with only 26% believing the government is doing enough to protect the ocean.

Seabed two hours after dredging showing the devastation caused by bottom trawling. Just one single mollusc remains

New research from the Blue Marine Foundation reveals that 77% of UK adults are concerned about the loss of marine life caused by bottom trawling, with only 26% believing the government is doing enough to protect the ocean.

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