Working together towards a sustainable Solway Firth
Work to Support Wild Salmon Recovery in Scotland A comprehensive plan to ensure the recovery of wild Atlantic Salmon populations in Scotland has been published. Developed in partnership with stakeholders, the Wild Salmon Strategy Implementation Plan covers five priority themes: Managing recreational angling Understanding pressures in marine and coastal environment International collaborations Modernising legislation Improving… Read more »
North West Awards for Coastal Excellence 2023 now Open for Entries! The North West Coastal Forum is pleased to announce the opening of nominations for NW ACE 2023 – an award scheme that recognises and celebrates outstanding achievement in and contribution to the long-term management of the North West’s coast and near-shore marine environment. There… Read more »
Environmental Improvement Plan 2023 Published Plans to restore nature, improve environmental quality, and increase the prosperity of the country were set out by the government on Tuesday 31st January as it publishes its Environmental Improvement Plan 2023. Building on the vision set out five years ago in the 25 Year Environment Plan, with new powers and duties from… Read more »
Fishing fund gears up to help industry go green Grants of up to £40,000 on offer through £100m UK Seafood Fund to trial greener engine technology, helping to create a safe and sustainable fishing sector whilst tackling rising fuel costs. The UK fishing industry is to benefit from an initial £2 million investment to trial… Read more »
MMO Stage 3 Marine Protected Areas Call for Evidence Launch Call for evidence on the impacts of fishing on seabed features of English offshore marine protected areas (MPA) – Stage 3 The Marine Management Organisation (MMO) is launching a call for evidence seeking additional evidence and views on our draft Stage 3 Fishing Gear MPA… Read more »
Is there Ancient Human History on Rogersceugh? Phase 2 Join Grampus Heritage to explore the drumlin at Rogersceugh for archaeological remains!
Great Opportunity for a Paid Internship with Galloway Fisheries Trust
UK reaches agreement on key fish stocks for 2023 The UK has reached agreements with the EU and Norway, and wider coastal states, to secure valuable fishing opportunities for the UK fishing industry. The UK has secured fishing catch limits worth £202 million to the UK fishing industry, a £33 million increase from last year,… Read more »
Opportunity to Participate in Management of North West Inshore Fisheries and Marine Conservation The Marine Management Organisation (MMO) will be seeking to appoint to fill current vacancies and create a reserve list for upcoming vacancies. These voluntary roles require candidates who can take a balanced approach to caring for our seas, assessing the priorities and… Read more »
Drinks producers urged to register now for Scotland’s Deposit Return Scheme Drinks producers are being urged not to delay registering for Scotland’s landmark Deposit Return Scheme as the deadline fast approaches. The scheme is a first for the UK and puts Scotland on a path to a more circular economy by incentivising the return of… Read more »