Global Plastics Treaty Delegates gather in Canada for the latest round of negotiations towards a Global Plastics Treaty(including in the marine environment), with analysis by EIA finding that the Treaty ‘could halve plastic production emissions’ and Pew puts forward its recommendations for a ‘Global Solution’. Meanwhile, research shows that plant-based plastic releases nine times less […]
Offshore Industries Adviser Team: Marine Management Ref No: 202416 Grade: H (HEO) Type of appointment: Permanent Location: Peterborough or Aberdeen Salary: £30,573 (Plus on call allowance is available) This post will have a base in either Peterborough or Aberdeen. JNCC has adopted a hybrid working approach, allowing colleagues to benefit from time in the office, with […]
Can you take on a varied and challenging role in leading research and enforcement for the Isles of Scilly IFCA? Isles of Scilly Inshore Fisheries and Conservation Authority (IFCA) Chief Fisheries Officer Salary: £44,428 – £47,420 Location: St. Mary’s, Isles of Scilly Application deadline: 1pm, 30 April Image: Tim Allsop About the role This is extraordinarily […]
The European Union (EU) has started proceedings against the UK under the post-Brexit trade deal dispute settlement mechanism regarding the UK’s decision to prohibit the fishing of sand eel in English waters within the North Sea and all Scottish waters. England and Scotland announced a prohibition on commercial sand eel fishing from March 2024, a move conservationists welcomed. […]
EAST Marine Ecosystems (EASTME) conference 23rd May 2024, Lincoln 09:30 – 16:30 Reporting Annual Change at a Regional Scale & Building Social Capital Purchase your ticket here to join, Speakers confirmed in programme below The upcoming EAST Marine Ecosystems (EASTME) conference is delighted to announce the speakers featuring in the first-of-its-kind event next month. The […]
Storms and heavy rain pushed up weather-related home insurance claims in the UK by more than a third last year to a record £573m, according to industry data. The repair bill for storm damage and other extreme weather during 2023 was £150m more than in 2022, the Association of British Insurers said, contributing to an […]
Customer research published by Ofwat and consumer watchdog CCW reveals that the vast majority of people do not trust water companies to do what’s right for the environment. Less than a quarter (23%) of respondents said they trust their water provider to do what is right for the environment down from 31% in 2021. Additionally, […]
The Farming Minister has announced a new plan to better protect and preserve the River Wye for future generations, including up to £35 million in funding and the appointment of a new ‘River Champion’ and taskforce. The River Wye and its surrounding area is cherished by residents and visitors, however, the condition of the river […]