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Lord Walker of Broxton (Lab)

Speaking in the House of Lords on 16 June 2026

Debate

Environment Act 2021 Targets

Contribution

My Lords, I declare my interests as an ambassador for the Wildlife Trusts. Its analysis shows that ending bottom trawling in offshore marine protected areas would not only conserve and restore natural habitats but deliver up to £3.5 billion in net economic benefits. Can my noble friend the Minister confirm when the Government will implement the long-awaited ban so that these gains can be realised?

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