There are many examples of “tragedies of the commons,” whether in the atmosphere as a result of carbon dioxide pollution, or in the oceans because of marine plastics. Charles Clover argues the largest in the world is caused by overfishing.
09 December 2025
The Fisheries Act, which established the legal framework for managing UK fisheries after Brexit, entered into law in November 2020. Five years on, Blue Marine Foundation’s co-founder shares his views on what the act might have achieved – and how it has failed.
04 December 2025
Maldivian government’s decision to to reopen gulper shark fishing from 1 November 2025 puts the Maldives’ reputation and ocean-tourism economy at risk.
20 November 2025
The UK helped block a science-led cut to mackerel catches, despite a collapse in the fish stock.
19 November 2025
The Fisheries Act gives ministers wide discretion to allocate quotas even when they exceed scientific advice.
17 November 2025
84 per cent of Cornish residents support a ban on bottom trawling in marine protected areas (MPAs)
12 November 2025
84 per cent of Cornish residents support a ban on bottom trawling in marine protected areas (MPAs)
11 November 2025
Channel fisherman records ska shanty to highlight plight of small-boat fishermen
11 November 2025
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