Scottish fishing industry risks collapse due to wind farms and post-Brexit EU trade issues.

The Scottish fishing industry faces potential collapse due to the rapid expansion of offshore wind farms and challenges in negotiating with the EU post-Brexit. Elspeth Macdonald, chief of the Scottish Fishermen's Federation, warns that without a supportive government approach, the industry could be "crushed" by 2025. She calls for an equitable long-term deal with the EU and urges governments to prioritize the sector's needs for economic and food security reasons.

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