Bottom trawling ban on the way

Destructive bottom trawling could soon be off-limits across swathes of English waters as the government sets out new plans to protect fragile marine life.In a fresh move to safeguard the seas, ministers are proposing a ban on bottom-towed fishing gear across 41 Marine Protected Areas (MPAs), covering roughly 30,000km² of seabed.
A 12-week consultation has launched today inviting views from the industry.Environment Secretary Steve Reed pulled no punches, warning: “Bottom trawling is da