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Island could protect 30% of waters in marine plan
The proposal would give added protection to about 50 sq miles (128.8 sq km) of sea around Sark.
August 26, 2026Seabed damaged by fishing showing signs of recovery
Campaigners say improvements to the area trashed by illegal dredging show that marine protection works.
June 23, 2026Seabed damaged by fishing showing signs of recovery
Campaigners say improvements to the area trashed by illegal dredging show that marine protection works.
June 22, 2026Related Pages (2)
Island could protect 30% of waters in marine plan
The waters around Sark are home to species including European spiny lobster, rays, catsharks, octopus and pink sea fans An island wants to protect 30% of its waters under plans aimed at safeguarding
bbc.co.uk•August 26, 2026
Seabed damaged by fishing showing signs of recovery
Early signs of recovery have been found on an area of protected seabed which was destroyed by illegal fishing in the Summer Isles near Ullapool . Conservationists say it shows the marine ecosystem is
bbc.com•June 23, 2026