Yesterday evening, Monaco IQ went to the movies.

On the program was a special showing of Rupert Murray's documentary, based on Charles Clover's book, The End of the Line. The film documents frightening evidence that industrial overfishing is likely to leave the oceans empty by the middle of this century. Although the problem affects many species of fish, the bluefin tuna was used as an example, explaining how the fishing quota system has failed to protect the endangered species. Regular readers of Monaco IQ's stories will know that the bluefin tuna is no longer available in the Principality's restaurants, and that Prince Albert and Charles Clover joined forces to make the world aware of the fish's plight.

The Oceanographic Museum might be the only place you'll find fish 40 years from now.

His Serene Highness Prince Albert II also came along to watch the film and lend support. His Fondation Albert II has partnered with the WWF to prevent the extinction of the tuna in a 3 year project promoting responsible consumption and the creation of a marine sanctuary in the Mediterranean. Others have also started to play their part, as we found out from the film. Chef Jamie Oliver no longer uses bluefin tuna and has removed references to it from his recipe books. Two chains, Wagamama and Pret a Manger have removed blue marlin from their menus.

At the beginning of September the European Commission decided to support the ban on international trade in bluefin tuna, however there's no room for complacency. You too can help by buying only sustainable seafood, telling politicians to cut the fishing fleet, and joining the campaign. Visit the End of the Line website for more information.