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Friday, 5th December, 2008

Published: Thursday, 28th August, 2008 12:30

FISHERMEN FIGHT BACK

By Fiona Simpson

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FISHERMEN have launched a petition this week against the restrictions placed on Ardrossan Harbour, which has left them without a major fishing spot.

The fishermen are calling for a safe and accessible area to be designated within Ardrossan Harbour and have so far received over 60 signatures.

Ron Oldfield, owner of the Splash Sport Fishing Tackle in Saltcoats said: "Clydeports decision to ban fishermen from using the pier, while they claim that safety is the utmost concern, is ludicrous."

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