European Shark Week 2009, 10-18 October 2009

Join us in European Shark Week 2009, 10-18 October 2009

Predator turned prey
Turning the Tide for Sharks

Most European shark populations are declining from overfishing. One-third are threatened with extinction. The EU ban on “finning” – slicing off a shark’s fins and discarding the body at sea – is among the world’s weakest. Hope lies with the new Shark Plan, adopted by the European Commission thanks in large part to support from many of you. The Plan sets the stage for vast improvements in EU shark policies, including the finning ban. Its success depends on collaboration and action by EU Fisheries Ministers and the European Commission. These fishery managers need encouragement from the European public to follow through on the Plan’s initiatives and truly safeguard sharks.

To find out more about European Shark Week and available resources, materials and ideas, contact: Ali Hood in the UK: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

Donna Mattfield, European Shark Week Co-ordinator: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

We hope to hear from you soon! Please let friends and colleagues know about European Shark Week.