An influential group of UK MPs has urged a ban on bottom trawling, dredging, and mining in marine protected areas due to their severe ecological impact. The environmental audit committee highlighted that many forms of destructive fishing, like bottom trawling, are still permitted in these ‘protected’ zones, contradicting their purpose. The urgent call for a ban is fueled by a recent documentary by Sir David Attenborough that showcased the devastating effects of these practices on marine ecosystems. The chair of the Commons committee stressed the need for swift action, asserting that our oceans can no longer tolerate delays in protection efforts.
Even within designated marine protected areas, practices like bottom trawling are allowed to continue, proving detrimental to both the seabed and marine biodiversity.
With the recent release of Sir David Attenborough's 'Ocean', public awareness on the destructive impacts of bottom trawling has surged, demanding urgent action.
The government has significant evidence on the harms of bottom trawling; it's time for them to act decisively to protect our oceans from further damage.
Toby Perkins emphasized the necessity for immediate action, stating that the oceans 'cannot afford any more prevarication' regarding the protection of marine habitats.
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