SECTORAL POLICIES / Fisheries

Protected areas in marine environment also benefit fishermen, according to a study presented to European Parliament

Brussels, 27/10/2022 (Agence Europe)

Data shows that marine protected areas are economically beneficial for Europe’s fisheries and aquaculture sectors, according to a study presented to members of the European Parliament’s Committee on Fisheries on Thursday 27 October.

Experts and MEPs discussed a study on the ‘costs and benefits of spatial protection measures’ for fisheries management. The EU Biodiversity Strategy sets a target of protecting 30% (by area) of its marine areas, of which one third should be strictly...