As an amendment to motion S6M-06889 in the name of Mairi Gougeon (Scotland’s Approach to 2022 Coastal States Negotiations - Securing Principled Sustainable Outcomes), insert at end "; believes that distribution of fish quotas secured at these negotiations must follow key tests, including catch limits that meet scientific advice for maximum sustainable yield, as well as socially, economically and environmentally beneficial fisheries being given preferable access to quota, Scottish seafood being landed in Scotland, and securing the maximum share of sustainable fishing opportunities for Scottish fishers; recognises the importance of the transition to low-impact fishing; calls on the Scottish Government to report yearly on how it incentivises the use of selective fishing gear and the use of techniques that have a reduced impact on the environment, when distributing catch quotas and effort quotas to fishing boats, in line with Section 25 of the Fisheries Act 2020; notes the value of the fishing sector and the jobs that it provides, often in rural communities; further notes the need to support and develop Scotland’s fish processing industry; commends those working in the sector, and recognises the resilience and bravery of Scotland’s fishermen."
Result 20 for, 95 against, 0 abstained, 14 did not vote Vote Defeated
Scottish National Party
Scottish Conservative and Unionist Party
Scottish Labour
Scottish Green Party
Scottish Liberal Democrats
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Submitted by: Mairi Gougeon, Angus North and Mearns, Scottish National Party, Date lodged: Monday, November 21, 2022
Supported by: Màiri McAllan
Current status: Taken in the chamber on Tuesday, November 22, 2022
Result 20 for, 95 against, 0 abstained, 14 did not vote Vote Defeated