Threat of mobile gear ban in 30% of Scottish waters

Threat of mobile gear ban in 30% of Scottish waters

The Scottish government has launched a far-reaching consultation that could see fishing banned from 20 MPAs that cover a third of Scottish waters

BBC spotlight on historic crew abuse

BBC spotlight on historic crew abuse

A BBC Scotland documentary has laid bare a catalogue of alleged abuse of foreign crew.

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    6th September 2024

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    Turbine blade fails on Dogger Bank installation

    5th September 2024

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