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The Open Seas coalition of scientists, activists and some fishermen accuse ministers of delaying action to protect at least 30% of Scotland's inshore waters, and are preparing to present a petition at the Scottish parliament.
From BBC ● Jun. 22, 2026
Three of New Zealand’s eight navy ships—two offshore patrol vessels and one inshore patrol vessel—were mothballed.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Mar. 25, 2026
The RNLI's inshore lifeboat was launched from Eastbourne within 11 minutes and they were both brought to safety.
From BBC ● May 31, 2024
On our flight the pilots warned us they would drop the containers over the sea, but the southwesterly breeze would drift them back inshore.
From BBC ● Apr. 9, 2024
In the entire period of their inshore life, the welfare of the shrimp populations and of the industry they support depends upon favorable conditions in the estuaries.
From "Silent Spring" by Rachel Carson
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