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Move to protect species in inland waters

Scott MacNab A new offence making it illegal for fish or live spawn to be introduced to inland waters without permission was announced yesterday.

Scott MacNab

A new offence making it illegal for fish or live spawn to be introduced to inland waters without permission was announced yesterday.

Environment Secretary Richard Lochhead said the move is aimed at providing greater protection from alien species.