The BBC reports:
Salmon, sea trout and eels are now able to swim through a new fish pass on the River Derwent in Northumberland for the first time in over 300 years.
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Natural Environment Minister Richard Benyon opened the new pass at Swalwell, Gateshead.
Until now, salmon and sea trout were unable to travel very far up-river to spawn because of the restrictive weir.
Passing fish will be closely monitored by underwater cameras at the pass.
Richard Benyon MP Natural Environment Minister: "This fish pass will create exciting new opportunities for fishing in the area.”