Dave Thompson SNP MSP for Skye and Lochalsh has written to Marine Scotland's Marine Protection Area (MPA) Consultation strongly supporting the submission on the Small Isles MPA from the Mallaig and North West Fishermen's Association.
Mr Thompson said, "I strongly support the modest changes to the Small Isles MPA that the MNWFA are requesting. These changes will mitigate the economic impact on the west's fishermen of the MPA fishing restriction, but will not endanger any marine features."
He went on, "Marine Scotland have already listened to the industry's concerns, and I urge them to listen to these last modest requests too. The economy of the west coast is heavily dependent on a viable fishing industry and the suggestions attached are a win-win proposal for both the marine environment and the industry."
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