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20 Jun 2025

Our joint letter demands a stop to forever chemicals in consumer products

Our mission to protect our ocean has never felt more urgent than now, as we confront a hidden but widespread threat to our seas – PFAS ‘forever chemicals’.

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20 Jun 2025

Look out for leatherback sea turtles this summer

With wildlife sightings season on the horizon, we shine a spotlight on the most frequently recorded sea turtle species in UK and Irish waters – the leatherback.

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16 Jun 2025

The protection and recovery of Lamlash Bay

Following Ocean with David Attenborough, we chatted with Don MacNeish, who features in the film, and Howard Wood about Lamlash Bay No-Take Zone, Arran. The pair co-founded the Community of Arran Seabed Trust (COAST) and secured protections for the area in

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10 Jun 2025

Our week at the UN Ocean Conference

We're at the United Nations Conference in Nice this week speaking up for UK seas

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1 Jun 2025

Five sharks found in UK waters

Sharks are some of the ocean’s most captivating, and often misunderstood, creatures.

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30 May 2025

What is the UN Ocean Conference?

The UN Ocean Conference 2025 is a big moment for the future of our global ocean and Marine Conservation Society plan to call for strong action across four key areas.

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29 May 2025

Positive ocean news: May '25 edition

Looking for some ocean optimism? Dive into our latest round up of good news stories for our seas.

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22 May 2025

Jaw-some shark facts to sink your teeth into

Sharks are one of the most recognisable animals of the ocean but how much do you know about them? Find out some facts today!

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15 May 2025

Concerns over Bathing Water reforms as season starts

We're concerned new reforms could potentially undermine the spirit of the Bathing Water Regulations to protect the health of water users.

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7 May 2025

5 endangered marine animals that need protecting in the UK

The UK shores host many different marine animals but, due to human interference , several species are under threat. Find out what we are doing to help.

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1 May 2025

24 marine animals found in UK seas

The UK's sea is full of rich wildlife who call our coast their home. Discover our list of 24 marine animals that can be found in our oceans below.

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1 May 2025

What is coral? Plus more facts about corals

Do you know what corals actually are? Discover all you need to know about them with our six facts you (probably) didn’t know about corals.

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30 Apr 2025

Positive ocean news: April '25 edition

Looking for a splash of optimism? Check out the latest good news stories for our seas with this round-up.

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28 Apr 2025

5 marine animals you may not know migrate

In light of the ‘State Of The World’s Migratory Species’ report, which detailed steep population declines, we highlight the beautiful diversity of migratory marine animals across the globe.

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23 Apr 2025

Concern nature protection pitched as barrier to economic growth

Aleksandra Chernysheva (Parliamentary Affairs Officer) reflects on whether the UK Government is ignoring nature at the expense of economic growth, and how a healthy marine environment can deliver both.

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9 Apr 2025

Latest Good Fish Guide ratings show mackerel in decline

We've updated our Good Fish Guide in line with the latest scientific advice, and mackerel ratings have dropped.

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7 Apr 2025

From Oxford to East Caicos: A journey of passion, resilience, and conservation

We hear from Oshin, who has been working with us on turtle nesting surveys in the Turks and Caicos Islands, about her experience of helping to protect this valuable species.

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4 Apr 2025

Hop into Easter with our Beach Bucket List

With warmer weather on the horizon, we share how you can make the most of your time at the beach this spring, while helping to protect the UK’s seas and coastlines.

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2 Apr 2025

Positive ocean news: March ‘25 edition

Dive into your latest monthly round-up of good news for our seas.

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1 Apr 2025

Citizen Science Month: What is citizen science?

Discover the importance of citizen science and how this fun data-led scientific method can inspire behavioural change in communities and influence political change.