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<p>Abandoned, lost and otherwise discarded fishing gear (ALDFG) is estimated to comprise
40 – 70% of man-made waste in the ocean measured by weight. Ascertaining the extent
of the ALDFG that ends up in UK waters faces a number of challenges, including the
movement of ALDFG with ocean currents. One of the best indicators is the Marine Conservation
Society’s beach clean data, which indicate that fishing-related litter is amongst
the ten most prevalent items recorded on UK beaches.</p><p><ins class="ministerial">Defra
recognises addressing ALDFG as a key priority. We are an active member of the Global
Ghost Gear Initiative (GGGI): a pioneering and cross-cutting initiative that engages
with communities around the world to collaboratively address the problem. The UK Government
has provided funding to the GGGI to conduct bespoke workshops with stakeholders to
raise awareness and train fishers in sustainable best practice.</ins></p>
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