Source · Select Committees · Environmental Audit Committee
Recommendation 34
34
Acknowledged
Support precautionary krill fishery management strategy with stricter spatial and temporal regulation.
Recommendation
The Government must also continue to support the adoption of a precautionary krill fishery management strategy, which remains essential to protect marine ecosystems in Antarctica. Scientific evidence underpins the need for stricter spatial and temporal management, especially in ecologically sensitive areas like the Western Antarctic Peninsula. Strengthened regulation and monitoring will be vital to protect biodiversity and ensure the fishery’s long-term sustainability. (Recommendation, Paragraph 178)
Government Response Summary
The government accepts the recommendation to support a precautionary krill fishery management strategy and strengthen regulation, but does not provide specific actions or plans for implementation.
Government Response
Acknowledged
HM Government
Acknowledged
. The Government accepts this recommendation.