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Debate over the government's demersal fishing ban, its economic and social impacts, and the validity of the scientific basis.
🟡 Medium · Motion26 February 2026 · 12,492 words
Contentious debate over demersal fishing ban's impact, scientific basis, and lack of consultation.
Government defends fishing ban based on science; opposition criticises lack of consultation and econ
“"This time, though, it is not out of sight. It is not out of mind."”
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Members who spoke
Caddies, RodDorn, AmandaFreeman, JulieHorstman, RobJarvis, JackieMcNeill, SophieThomas, SteveThomson, NeilTwiss, Phil
Topics
fishing banfisheries managementeconomic impactconsultationsciencemental healthregional communities
· 26 February 2026
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