Latest ocean news
Video: thank you for a record-breaking Great British Beach Clean
We did it! It’s the end of our week-long Great British Beach Clean 2021, and thanks to all of you this year looks set to be a record-breaker.
Why sustainable seafood matters to Alexandra Dudley
Find out what sustainable seafood Alexandra Dudley loves to cook, and tuck into her delicious fish curry recipe, perfect for entertaining.
Cross-party report calls for microfibre filters on all washing machines by 2025
This week, an All-Party Parliamentary Group tasked with tackling the issue of microplastics, released its first report to the government.
Masterclass: pan-frying a fish fillet for perfect crispy skin
How to pan fry a fillet of fish, to get perfect crispy skin
The people and places of Montserrat
We're working with local communities on the island of Montserrat, one of the UK’s Caribbean Overseas Territories, to help recover and manage turtle populations.
The Great British Beach Clean starts this Friday
We’re so excited to see many of you on beaches across the country, keeping our coastline beautiful and helping us gather all-important data.
Help us demand Scottish politicians keep their word on deposit return scheme
As a historic agreement is announced between the Scottish Government and Scottish Greens, we are pleased that they have committed to increasing protection for marine areas.
Homemade 'hands' to flood UK climate summit with a #WaveOfHope
As Glasgow gears up to host the United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP26) in November, we're supporting the 'Wave of Hope' campaign to fight for climate justice and a cleaner, healthier ocean.
Help us make the Good Fish Guide even better
When it comes to #sustainable seafood, every purchase matters. We want to help people make informed decisions about the fish on their plate.
Paralympian Susie Rodgers MBE on why we must take action for our ocean
As the Tokyo 2020 Paralympic Games gets underway, Susie Rodgers, encourages us to take a deep breath and take action for our ocean, as time is running out.
Freedom, heartbreak and the ancient forces of Montserrat
We're part of an exciting project on the island of Montserrat, working with local communities to help recover and manage turtle populations.
Climate smart fisheries: our new report
We’ve teamed up with WWF and RSPB to urge UK governments to futureproof our fisheries with a world-leading climate-smart strategy.
Governments must keep their promise to protect our ocean from drinks litter
We are calling for all-in Deposit Return Schemes to be urgently introduced by governments to protect our coast and stop rubbish polluting our seas.
Conservation starts at home: the UK's Blue Planet Fund
Today, the UK Government announced more than £16 million in UK aid to fund efforts to tackle climate change and poverty and protect the ocean in developing countries.
Turtle conservation work in Montserrat begins
The Marine Conservation Society's team of experts head to Montserrat to begin turtle conservation project on the island.
Government funding a "huge boost" for our people-powered work
Thanks to support from the government's £80 million Green Recovery Challenge Fund the Marine Conservation Society will be able to work with even more people.
High-profile artists unite to fight plastic pollution
Artists from across the globe are using their creativity to highlight the problem of plastic pollution in a nationwide outdoor exhibition.
Why turning the tide on plastic matters to Kathryn
We asked Kathryn Robinson, one of our supporters who recently launched an ocean-friendly business, what ties her to the waves and drives her passion to protect our ocean.
Is it more expensive to go plastic free?
Are people being encouraged to buy items wrapped in plastic by supermarkets - because they're cheaper than items that are loose? We're determined to find out.
Big Seaweed Search Week: celebrating a seaside superstar
Seaweed is not only good for the planet but it's used in millions of everyday products. We're excited to celebrate this ocean hero with the launch of our first Big Seaweed Search Week.
