14 Jan 2025
Defra under investigation for ‘suspected failure’ to meet marine water standards
The Office for Environmental Protection (OEP) have launched an investigation into Defra in relation to a suspected failure to take the necessary measures to achieve or maintain Good Environmental Status (GES) of marine waters by the statutory deadline. Under the Marine Strategy Regulations 2010, the statutory deadline for GES to be achieved was 31 December […]
14 Jan 2025
Major boost for Welsh marine and fisheries industries
The Welsh Government has provided a boost for Welsh marine, aquaculture and fisheries industries by making £1.4 million of funds available. The scheme aims to ensure sustainable growth in the sector and help coastal communities prosper. The £1.4 million is available from £700,000 revenue and £700,000 capital. The application window will remain open […]
09 Jan 2025
Grants for Innovation in Marine Conservation – apply by 28th February 2025
Grants for Innovation in Marine Conservation – apply by 28th February 2025 Apply now Sea-Changers is excited to announce their 2025 Innovation Fund is open for applications until 28th February 2025. The fund’s focus is on supporting new and experimental solutions to marine conservation challenges. The Innovation Fund is supported by ARC Marine Ltd and […]
07 Jan 2025
Huge fish ‘faster than a Porsche’ washes up on Welsh beach
A fish of remarkable spectacle, the Atlantic bluefin tuna, has been found on an Anglesey beach, marking its unexpected return to Welsh waters after many years. Known for their massive size, weighing double that of a baby elephant, and unparalleled predatory prowess, this species had vanished from the local marine landscape. On Thursday, January 2, wildlife enthusiasts […]
07 Jan 2025
Biden bans new offshore oil and gas drilling across vast area
US President Joe Biden is set to ban new offshore oil and gas development across 625 million acres (250 million hectares) of U.S. coastal territory. The ban rules out the sale of drilling rights in stretches of the Atlantic and Pacific oceans and the eastern Gulf of Mexico. The move is considered mostly symbolic, as […]
07 Jan 2025
Scottish Seafood Association voices support for SFF’s concerns
The Scottish Seafood Association (SSA) has voiced support for the Scottish Fishermen’s Federation (SFF) and their recent statement regarding the urgent need to safeguard the future of fishing and processing communities. SFF warned recently that their industry faces a twin threat to its future in 2025. Offshore wind farms in the North Sea and the prime minister’s ambitions to […]
07 Jan 2025
More offshore wind concerns from the fishing industry
Fishermen in Cornwall fear proposals for offshore wind farms could destroy their businesses and pose the “greatest change” the fishing industry has ever faced. David Stevens, a fisherman and member of the Cornwall Fish Producers Organisation, says the proposals for the area where he fishes would “close down around 60% to 70%” of the waters. […]
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