The fine, 57 million euros, will be repeated every six months until France fulfils her obligations.
Phosphoric acid (H3PO4) is harmful to marine life, even in small quantities. The main risk is the change in pH it causes, which can lead to...
A similar proposal was blocked by France and Italy at the European Union so it is hoped that the measure taken by the Spanish government will spark off a reaction in other European countries.
The marine protection organisation appeals to the fishing sector to isolate and expel those who bring their activities into disrepute.
Oceana´s first comments on 2006 quotas/ TACs defined by the European Council.
The negotiations on fishing quotas for 2006 will take place during the Agriculture and Fisheries Council in Brussels on 20-21 December.
The international organisation for the conservation of the oceans is proposing that subsidies stop being granted to industrial fleets and major ship-owners and instead are dedicated to artisanal, sustainable fisheries.
