Fisheries debate hears spatial squeeze is a problem
The fishing industry must be heard before the spatial squeeze worsens, according to the isles MSP Beatrice Wishart. During a debate on fisheries in Holyrood…
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Fishing debate scheduled in parliament
Alistair Carmichael MP has secured a renewed parliamentary debate on post-Brexit fisheries. The three-hour debate will be held on 15th September following the summer recess,…
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Assistance for seafood exporters the ‘bare minimum’ MP says
Seafood exporters across the UK will receive government funding of up to £23 million. But Alistair Carmichael has described the assistance as the ‘bare minimum’…
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Fisheries deal disappointing, say industry leaders
Fishing leaders have criticised the Brexit deal, but insisted they will “roll up their sleeves” to secure improvements.
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Duncan urges pragmatic Brexit negotiaitions to avoid “pain” on both sides
The European Union and the United Kingdom must approach Brexit negotiations in a pragmatic fashion in order to avoid negative consequences for both sides. That…
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MSP warns of dangers for fishing in Brexit negotiations
MSP Maree Todd has warned that Scottish fishing communities will have their interests bartered away by the UK government in their Brexit negotiations.
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