In December 2023, Blue Marine Foundation filed a legal challenge against the UK government, accusing it of setting fishing quotas above scientific recommendations, thereby permitting overfishing. This marks the third consecutive year the government has approved catch limits exceeding expert advice, potentially leading to the depletion of vital fish stocks. The foundation argues that such decisions contravene post-Brexit sustainability laws designed to protect marine ecosystems. The case underscores the ongoing tension between economic interests and environmental conservation in UK fisheries management.
Read the full article by The Guardian here.
