Fish swimming underneath Swanage pier. The iron poles holding up the pier are covered in marine life.

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News 14 Feb 2025

What type of whale species can be spotted in UK waters?

With a surge of humpback whale sightings in January and February, and World Whale Day on Sunday 16th February, let’s take a closer look at some of the incredible types of whales that visit our waters.

News 05 Feb 2025

A tribute to David George: A true pioneer of marine conservation

David George, Chairman of the Marine Conservation Society 1984-1988, sadly passed away at the end of 2024. Here, a collective of David’s esteemed friends and collaborators share his contribution to the Marine Conservation Society.

News 04 Feb 2025

Volunteer story: Hiraeth Yn Y Môr

Hiraeth Yn Y Môr (HYYM) is a community-led project in North-East Wales, working to connect local people with the sea. We hear from Natalie, who volunteered with the project, about what inspired her to join, and how the experience helped her to grow person

News 03 Feb 2025

Positive ocean news: January '25 edition

Find out what good news this month has brought for our seas with our latest round-up of positive ocean stories.

News 27 Jan 2025

Sandeels: under threat again

Tuesday 28th January marks the start of a trial by the EU against the UK for last year's closure of sandeel fishing in UK waters.

News 22 Jan 2025

MPs approve a Deposit Return Scheme in England and Northern Ireland!

Tuesday the 22nd January marked a huge step towards a healthier ocean.

News 08 Jan 2025

Humpback whales make a splash in UK waters

It’s a fantastic start to the year for marine wildlife sightings, with some incredible humpback whales already reported around the UK.

News 08 Jan 2025

UK’s first ocean literacy strategy launches

Led by the Coasts and Seas Partnership (CaSP Cymru), Y Môr a Ni, which means ‘the sea and us’, aims to grow people’s relationship with our coasts and seas by building awareness of our influence on the ocean and its influence on us.