Mass crab die-off: scientists say ‘we weren’t questioned’ for crucial report
by Shanti Das from Environment | The Guardian on (#67V82)
A review panel on the 2021 Teesside eco-disaster is due to send its findings to ministers this week, but evidence from academics may not be given full weight
Scientists who led research into the mystery deaths of thousands of crabs and lobsters along England's north-east coast say they have been asked no questions by the panel investigating the disaster.
The expert review panel has also been excluded from examining government processes as part of its inquiry, despite widespread scrutiny of the official explanation for the deaths, the Observer understands.
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