The European Commission today announced the second phase of an infringement procedure to Portugal for failure to prevent accidental catches of dolphins in fishing activities.
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The European Commission considers that Portugal still does not prevent by-catches of cetaceans; it has two months to take action or risks a trial in the European Court.
The European Commission today announced the second phase of an infringement procedure to Portugal for failure to prevent accidental catches of dolphins in fishing activities.