Fishermen Have High Hopes After Brexit

The video explores the impact of Brexit on the UK fishing industry, focusing on the desire to regain control over territorial waters. It features a journey on a large fishing trawler, highlighting the challenges faced by skippers and crew. The video discusses the EU quota system's impact on the industry and the hopes for future renegotiations post-Brexit.

What is the main focus of the journey described in the first section?

• Learning about marine conservation efforts

• Investigating illegal fishing activities

• Understanding the impact of Brexit on fishermen

• Exploring new fishing techniques

What is one of the challenges Ian, the skipper, mentions about being on the deck?

• The trap moves too quickly to catch fish

• The crew is inexperienced

• The trap moves too slowly to catch fish

• The weather conditions are unpredictable

Why was the referendum vote considered easy for fishermen according to the transcript?

• They were given more vacation days

• They were offered financial incentives

• They were restricted by days and quotas

• They were promised new fishing equipment

What has been the impact of the EU quota system on the UK fishing industry?

• It has reduced fishing costs

• It has caused a decline in the industry

• It has improved international relations

• It has led to an increase in fish stocks

What do fishermen hope to achieve from the Brexit renegotiations?

• More international fishing partnerships

• Access to new fishing technologies

• Increased fishing quotas

• Better weather forecasting systems