Latest ocean news
Positive ocean news: April edition
A monthly round-up of the positive news stories for our ocean from April, including a newly discovered coral reef, a captive whale set for release, and the deepest fish ever recorded.
We've got a court date!
In just over two months’ time, our case against the UK Government will be heard in the High Court. In November last year, we joined a legal case as a last resort. We’re urging the UK Government’s Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra) to address the deluge of raw sewage being dumped into English seas.
Big Seaweed Search inspires research report
As part of her degree in Marine Conservation, Nicola Vlad, one of our Marine Conservation Society Sea Champions, wrote a report based on our citizen science project, the Big Seaweed Search.
Meet the Citizen Scientists
From cleaning beaches to spotting seaweeds, our dedicated citizen scientists play an essential part in protecting our ocean. We meet some of the wonderful people who collect and provide vital data to help save our seas.
The ongoing success of Scotland's Marine Education Roadshow
From DIY whale song, to celebrating International Women's Day, we've been bringing the sea to schools across Scotland.
How Source to Sea forms are changing
We recently asked our volunteers about their experiences conducting inland litter surveys. We've used feedback to make some changes to our Source to Sea inland litter items. Find out what's changing and why.
Inspired by Wild Isles?
The incredible scenes on the fifth episode of the BBC’s Wild Isles shows us the wonders of our seas at home, highlighting life beyond the shore and beneath the waves.
Mackerel no longer a sustainable choice
We've updated the environmental sustainability ratings on our Good Fish Guide in line with the latest scientific advice.
Rockpooling: A window to another world
Orkney, a Young Ocean Optimist Award runner-up, is passionate about the ocean and protecting its inhabitants. From beach cleans to rockpooling, he's written a blog to explain what he gets up to on the Isles of Scilly.
The UK Government's Plan for Water
The UK Government has just released its Plan for Water for England. The Plan outlines various issues impacting the state of England's waters, including chemicals, sewage and plastic. Here, we look at what the Plan means for our seas.
5 Species of Sea Slugs: A rainbow of life in our seas
From the deep sea to the open ocean, and kelp forests to coral reefs, sea slugs are found in waters all over the world – including our own. We look at five colourful (and cute) species living in our seas.
Positive ocean news: March edition
It’s been a good month for our ocean, so we’ve rounded up some positive news stories from March to celebrate.
Don't bottle Scotland's Deposit Return Scheme!
We've been campaigning for a Deposit Return Scheme in Scotland for almost ten years. Our latest beach clean data shows that drinks-related pollution isn't going away.
Behind the headlines: 'Forever chemicals'
The Marine Conservation Society's chemicals expert, Francesca, goes behind the headlines to give an update on the complicated world of ‘forever chemicals’ and what the latest news and research tells us about the chemical pollution problem.
Skomer Island: A marine conservation success story
Skomer Island is a well known jewel in Wales’ crown, sitting among the Pembrokeshire archipelago. But hiding under the surrounding waters are even greater treasures...
14 incredible photos celebrating UK marine life
Today is World Wildlife Day and to mark the occasion, we've put together a selection of stunning ocean photography to celebrate the incredible marine life around the UK.
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
