Marine Scotland
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Supporting a new approach to fisheries management
18th February 2021 by Marine Scotland Communications
The Scottish Inshore Fisheries Integrated Data System (SIFIDS) project, funded by the European Maritime and Fisheries Fund (EMFF) and administered by the Scottish Government saw more than 130 vessel skippers in 43 ports around Scotland host research trips, have tracking and/or scanning devices installed, take part in surveys and contribute significantly to equipment and software development.
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Guidance for interacting with seals
9th February 2021 by Marine Scotland Communications
Scotland is well known for our diverse flora and fauna, both on land and in the sea. Some of the most iconic species seen around our coasts are seals. Scotland is home to around a third of the world population of grey seals and around 5% of the world population of harbour seals.
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Shetland scallop assessment
8th February 2021 by Marine Scotland Communications
An assessment of Shetland scallop was the focus of the Marine Research Vessel Alba na Mara’s most recent survey.
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Seafood scheme goes live
5th February 2021 by Marine Scotland Communications
Applications are now available for a new £6.45 million funding scheme for fishers and small aquaculture businesses impacted by the coronavirus (COVID-19) and EU Exit.
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Vacancy: Fisheries Biologist/Data Analyst, Pitlochry, closing date 24 February
2nd February 2021 by Marine Scotland Communications
We are currently seeking applications for a Fisheries Biologist/Data Analyst within Marine Scotland based in Pitlochry. This is a permanent and pensionable appointment and new entrants will normally start on the minimum of the pay range. Candidates with a disability who meet the essential criteria will be invited to the assessments.
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What lies beneath
26th January 2021 by Marine Scotland Communications
In Scotland's Marine Assessment 2020, our recently published web portal looking at the state of our seas, one of the case studies - Case study: Nova Innovation - Shetland Tidal Array highlights the role tidal energy can play in reaching our net zero ambitions and showing just how much power can be generated by one tidal turbine.
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Rural Economy Secretary letter to UK Government on crab claw exports to the EU
22nd January 2021 by Marine Scotland Communications
Rural Economy Secretary Fergus Ewing has written to the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs on issues relating to crab claw exports to the EU.
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Protecting Scotland’s seas
13th January 2021 by Marine Scotland Communications
Marine Scotland is the directorate of the Scottish Government responsible for the management of Scotland’s seas. It has operational responsibility for monitoring and ensuring compliance with marine regulations within the British Fishery Limits, where Scotland has devolved powers.
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Guidance for anglers during Coronavirus
5th January 2021 by Marine Scotland Communications
Updated guidance has been published for anglers to understand what the new Coronavirus restrictions mean for them.
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New website for Regional Inshore Fisheries Group Network
5th January 2021 by Marine Scotland Communications
A new website to provide fishers with a source of up to date information has been launched by Scotland’s Regional Inshore Fisheries Group (RIFG) network.