Scotland's Trawling Trouble: A Fishy Situation with a Side of Injuries
Scotlandâs Aquatic Dilemma Edinburgh, Scotland In a move that has left fishermen scratching their nets and environmentalists popping the champagne, the Scottish government has announced plans to prohibit bottom trawling in more protected areas of UK waters. This decision comes amidst growing concerns about the ecological impact of fishing practices that look less like fishing and more like underwater bulldozing. âWeâre not trying to ruin anyoneâs dinner plate here, but it turns out that dragging heavy nets along the seabed isnât the best way to keep our fish population thriving,â stated a government spokesperson, who requested to remain anonymous....