New marine environment protection measures to come into force

The measures have been cautiously welcomed by the fishing fleet and environmental groups.

New measures to protect the marine environment are due to come into force from October under new government plans.

The plans will restrict fishing in some areas.

The measures have been cautiously welcomed by the fleet and environmental groups.

But concerns have been raised about how the areas will be policed and the rules enforced.

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