Environmental activist Don Staniford faces a new legal clash with salmon farmer Bakkafrost Scotland, with the company seeking an interim interdict to stop Staniford from making unauthorized site visits in Scotland.
According to court documents dated Sept. 20, Bakkafrost Scotland claims Staniford made unauthorized intrusions at its fish farm sites, including Fairlie Quay, as recently as Aug. 23. The company alleges Staniford filmed bags of fish feed during these visits, linking the footage to online posts questioning the legality of certain salmon farming practices in Scotland.
The dispute centers on a court case (DNN-A29-23) where Bakkafrost, represented by Shepherd and Wedderburn LLP, is pursuing legal action against Staniford. The company plans to present evidence of the alleged trespassing at an upcoming hearing, seeking to prevent further unauthorized access to its facilities.
Staniford, known for his activism against the salmon farming industry, reportedly shared videos online, suggesting potential issues with fish feed imports and expansion of salmon farming operations in Scottish waters.
The court has yet to schedule a hearing on Bakkafrost's interim interdict request.
Last fall, competitor Mowi Scotland won an interdict -- known as an injunction in England -- barring Staniford from kayaking near its pens. An appeals court upheld the ban in March despite his arguments it violated freedom of navigation laws. Scottish Sea Farms has also threatened legal action over alleged unauthorized site entries.
Industry members contend Staniford's intrusions endanger fish welfare and biosecurity. But Staniford asserts he provides transparency into aquaculture's environmental impacts.
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