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Positive Ocean News: February edition
It’s been a good month for our ocean, so we’ve rounded up some positive news stories from February to celebrate.
Champions for UK species in Parliament
We work with the RSPB on their Parliamentary Species Champion project. The project matches cross-party MPs with a variety of UK species in order to raise their profile within parliament and push for better protection for UK biodiversity.
The House of Lords to consider Retained EU Law Bill
This week, the House of Lords will be discussing amendments to the Retained EU Law (Revocation and Reform) Bill - which repeals EU-derived laws in the UK at the end of 2023. Marine Conservation Society CEO, Sandy Luk, explores the damage this could cause to existing environmental protections in the UK.
Celebrating World Whale Day
Today is World Whale Day and to celebrate we got in touch with Hugh, a self-confessed ‘Orcaholic’ and founder of the award-winning eco-tourism business Shetland Wildlife. Hugh shared with us some great insights into the species of whale that visit UK wat
Legal case to stop sewage pollution: High Court grants hearing
In November, we joined a legal case against the UK Government for failing to address the deluge of sewage pollution being dumped on English shores. This week, the High Court has permitted a hearing for our case.
Turtle strandings on the rise this winter
Since November, a number of turtle strandings have been reported to the Marine Conservation Society, and Marine Environmental Monitoring, which maintains the database of UK and Irish turtle sightings. Learn more about turtles in UK waters and why turtles arrive on our shores in winter.
Dive into the fascinating world of Seasearch
This year, we’re celebrating 35 years of our Seasearch project. We chatted with diving enthusiast and Seasearch co-ordinator for Northern Ireland, Libby Keatley, to find out about the project and her experience in our wonderful seas.
Positive ocean news: January 2023 edition
Here's a roundup of the latest positive ocean stories from the past month, including protected Irish seas, penguins spotted from space, and a solution to microplastic pollution.
Windsurfer Sarah Jackson joins us as an Ocean Ambassador
Britain's top windsurfer has been forced to leave the UK to train, due to the amount of sewage being pumped into waterways. Sarah Jackson joins the Marine Conservation Society as an ambassador, pushing for a healthy ocean free from pollution.
Deposit Return Schemes: What will they mean for the UK?
Today’s announcement of Deposit Return Schemes in England and Wales is a sign of progress to reduce pollution levels across the UK. We investigate the finer details of the proposed schemes.
UK seas worth billions at risk from Retained EU Law Bill
The Retained EU Law Bill, which puts an expiry date on all EU-derived laws in the UK for the end of 2023, is being debated in the House of Commons today.
England latest UK nation to ban 'on the go' single-use plastics
On 14th January 2023, the UK Government confirmed that England will introduce a ban on single-use items including plastic plates, trays, bowls, cutlery, balloon sticks, and certain types of polystyrene cups and food containers. The ban will be introduced in October 2023.
The Maldives - over a decade of diving
For over a decade we've been working to protect the reef system of the Maldives. Dr Jean-Luc Solant, our Principal Specialist in Marine Protected Areas shares an update on our Reef Check project.
Become an 'Ocean Voice' in 2023
Fancy a new challenge for the new year? If you’d like to do more for our ocean in 2023, read on to find out about two new volunteering opportunities
8 ocean-saving moments from 2022
As a new year begins, we're reflecting on our favourite moments and campaigns from 2022.
Positive ocean news: 2022 in review
As 2022 comes to a close, we’ve rounded up some of the wins for our ocean over the past year to celebrate the progress made – enjoy!
Top of the COPs - A Paris moment for nature
As we wrap up 2022, our Public Affairs team were wrapping up warm in Montreal, Canada.
The Joint Fisheries Statement – A ‘world leading’ statement of intent?
We asked Nicola Cusack, our Fisheries Policy Manager, to tell us about the UK Government's recently published Joint Fisheries Statement, and what it means for our seas.
Will the UK Government protect 30% of its seas following COP15?
On Ocean Action Day, we joined Blue Marine Foundation and Whale and Dolphin Conservation at COP15 in Montreal, to highlight how important properly managed Marine Protected Areas are.
Ocean actions for 2023
It's a brand-new year and many of us are making resolutions, plans and goals for the year ahead. We’ve got 8 Ocean Actions you can take in 2023 to help play your part in protecting our blue planet.