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Island could protect 30% of waters in marine plan

BBC News Science and Environment · 26 August 2026 at 12:58

Island could protect 30% of waters in marine plan

The proposal would give added protection to about 50 sq miles (128.8 sq km) of sea around Sark.

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Island could protect 30% of waters in marine plan

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