Latest ocean news
Turning the tide together: Our parliamentary year in review
This year has been one of milestones for the Marine Conservation Society. 2025 proved that when we work together, the ocean thrives. Here's our round-up of our Westminster wins.
5 reasons you should consider giving to charity
Donating to charity has lots of benefits for you and us. Here are five reasons you should give to charity.
The Prince of Wales celebrates our volunteers
On Tuesday 25th November, His Royal Highness The Prince of Wales joined us in Colwyn Bay, North Wales, to meet the people who make our work possible: our volunteers and young conservationists.
What's your festive ocean personality?
From the roast potato loving dolphin to the festive stress head puffer fish, find out which ocean personality sums you up this December with our highly scientific summary of how we think different marine creatures would react to Christmas.
Positive ocean news: November '25 edition
Looking for some ocean optimism? Dive into our November 2025 round-up of positive ocean news stories and join us in celebrating the wins for our seas.
Bathing Water Results: What they mean and what’s next
The latest Bathing Water Results for England are in. While bathing water quality looks better than last year, proposed changes could put some of this progress at risk.
COP30: What about the ocean?
With the conclusion of the COP30 climate conference last week, we look at the role the ocean played in negotiations, the commitments made, and the action we still need to see.
Autumn Budget 2025: An opportunity for ocean regeneration
We look at how the upcoming UK Autumn Budget presents an opportunity to drive ocean regeneration – and the benefits that would bring.
Meet the Purifier aka the native oyster
Is it a bird? It is a plane? No, it's The Purifier otherwise known as the native oyster. An unsung local ocean hero. But they need your support! Learn more about this super species.
Positive ocean news: October '25 edition
Dive into our latest round-up of good news stories for our seas, and the species that call them home
Great British Beach Clean 2025: The results
This year’s Great British Beach Clean was a brilliant success and we’re delighted to reveal just how much of an impact our amazing volunteers had on our coastline.
How to Respond to the Welsh Government’s DRS Consultation
Want to share your views on the Welsh Government’s plan to introduce a Deposit Return Scheme (DRS)? The deadline for responding is 15th November 2025.
Campaign win: Protections for Scotland’s offshore MPAs
This month, new management measures come into place in Scotland, protecting almost 177,000 km2 of its vital Marine Protected Areas. We look back at the almost 20 years it took us to get here.
Latest Good Fish Guide ratings: Some UK favourites in further decline
Rating seafood caught, farmed, or sold in UK, the Guide gives a traffic light sustainability rating for each fish or shellfish depending on how and where it was caught or farmed. Discover the latest ratings to help you shop in a more ocean-friendly way
Five ugly sea creatures that deserve some love
Beauty may be in the eye of the beholder, but some sea creatures have it more difficult than others. Check out our list of ugly sea creatures.
Offshore wind and marine protection: We must safeguard both
The UK is right to champion offshore wind. It’s a powerful force in the fight against climate change but we cannot protect the climate at the expense of our seas.
How to celebrate a plastic-free Halloween
Halloween is a time when a vast amount of plastic is used and produced. Follow some tips to reduce your plastic usage this spooky season.
Rowing for the Ocean: Meet the Give Us A Wave Team
On 12th December 2025, a team of four determined rowers will set off on an extraordinary challenge: the World’s Toughest Row.
Eight scary sea creatures that really exist
Who needs make-believe monsters when we have real-life scary sea creatures? Our ocean is filled with scary creatures. Take a look if you are feeling brave enough.
Positive ocean news: September ’25 edition
From a government funding boost to the discovery of new species and protection of a coral hotspot, we've rounded up some of this month's good news for our seas.