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Research into ‘pingers’ to stop bycatch shows they are effective

Conservationists are hoping new research into the effectiveness of ‘pingers’ – acoustic devices that deter cetaceans from hunting around fishing nets – will persuade the UK Government to lift its ban on their use in small boats.

The move could save the

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