Bottom trawling: the UN decides

Blame Canada! And España!

17 November 2006

Before and after view of bottom trawling.

Before and after view of bottom trawling.

New York, United States — This week will be our last chance for the UN to call for a moratorium on bottom trawling. The world is watching as Canada and Spain threaten to scupper what scientists call an "overwhelming" case. Take action now!

Here's what you can do:

1. Send a letter to the Prime Minister of Canada.

2. Send a letter to Spanish Ministers, and the EU Fisheries Commissioner.

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