Exposing the harsh realities of life for West African crew aboard European tuna vessels, a new report from the Blue Marine Foundation has – among other human rights breeches – drawn attention to the instances of poor working conditions, withheld pay, and racism.
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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
A lifetime fisherman’s video has been released as stocks of cod and mackerel are dwindling.
07 November 2025
The annual meeting of the international body responsible for conservation of the Southern Ocean’s marine ecosystems concluded with no progress on two contentious issues: new MPA creation and the strengthening of regulations governing krill fishing.
05 November 2025
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