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Money from gov't will 'just help the fishing industry survive'

Head of Fish Producers' Organisation welcomes financial support

More money from government to the fishing industry will 'just help [the sector] survive' according to the Manx Fish Producers' Organisation.

CEO of the body Dave Beard has welcomed the £250,000 to help keep businesses afloat.

It's as the industry has taken a hit over the coronavirus pandemic, with more than 90 per cent of exports sold in France, Spain and Italy.

Mr Beard says the extra support is therefore sorely needed:

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