EU easing of fishing quotas raises fears over dwindling stocks

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Ministers accused of ignoring scientists' recommendations as UK fleets allowed to catch more cod, haddock and sole

British fishing fleets will be allowed to catch greater quantities of cod, haddock and sole next year, after Europe's ministers approved a new fishing quota that will cheer fish and chip shops but has...

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