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https://blogs.gov.scot/marine-scotland/wp-content/uploads/sites/23/2017/07/OSPAR-banner-correct.jpg909600OSPAR has assessed the occurrence of marine litter in all regions within its Maritime Area, except for the Wider Atlantic where there is poor data availability. Marine litter, in particular plastic, is abundant on beaches, in the water column and on the seafloor. Marine litter also affects biota, as indicated by the levels in North...