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Written question asked by Baroness Boycott (Crossbench) on Tuesday, 9 September 2025, in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 23 September 2025. It was answered by Baroness Hayman of Ullock (Labour) on Wednesday, 17 September 2025 on behalf of the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs.


Marine Animals: Fishing Catches

Question

To ask His Majesty's Government how many reports of marine mammal bycatch were made in 2023 and 2024.

Answer

In 2023 there were 17 reports of marine mammal bycatch, six incidents of which resulted in injury or death. In 2024 there were 12 incidents reported, and none resulted in injury or death.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
HL10341
Session
2024-26
Subjects
Animal welfare Fishing catches Fishing vessels Marine animals
Contains statistics
Yes
Link
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