Thank you for contacting me about the impact of unexploded war bombs on our marine life. I agree we should do all we can to protect the welfare of our marine life, especially the whale.
I recognise the significant impact underwater noise from ordnance clearance and other activities can have on vulnerable marine species. Ministers are working closely with the Marine Management Organisation, nature conservation bodies and marine industries to reduce underwater noise, but it is important that they ensure any clearance method used is both safe and effective.
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