France impounds UK vessel accused of illegal fishing
Summary
A British fishing boat has been seized by the French authorities in the English Channel, accused of fishing without a license in French waters. The vessel is being held at the port of Boulogne as French officials consider legal action. The incident follows a UK-EU agreement that allows EU boats to fish in UK waters for 12 more years.Key Facts
- French authorities seized a British fishing vessel for allegedly fishing in their waters without a license.
- The seizure happened in the English Channel, and the vessel is currently at the port of Boulogne.
- The French coast guard inspected the vessel using the navy patrol boat Pluvier.
- The incident occurred amid controversy over a UK-EU agreement on fishing rights.
- The UK-EU deal allows European boats to fish in UK waters for another 12 years.
- The UK Foreign Office is assisting a British national in France and is communicating with local officials.
- Critics in the UK have mixed reactions to the new UK-EU agreement on fishing rights.
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