UK: Legal challenge in Scotland on scallop dredging and bottom-trawling

Legal challenge in Scotland on scallop dredging and bottom-trawling. The Scottish Government’s current approach to licensing of scallop dredging and bottom-trawling has been ruled “unlawful,” says environmental NGO, Open Seas. A statement on their website said: “Now Scottish Ministers must act to stop the damage and protect our marine environment. “This decision is a win for environmental justice as Scotland’s highest court today rules in favour of our judicial review of the Scottish Government’s licensing decisions in relation to scallop dredging and bottom-trawling. “These are the most destructive types of fishing used in Scotland and can have a severe impact on fragile marine habitats and the wider marine environment when not properly managed. We argued that the Scottish Government has a duty to take into account the marine environment and sea life when issuing licences for scallop dredging and bottom-trawling – and that it is failing to do so. You can read more about the ...