Marine Scotland Communications

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Engaging the fishing industry in marine environmental survey and monitoring

16th March 2021

Surveys using local information from fishers have been used to better understand marine life in and around Scotland’s network of Marine Protected Areas.

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Guidance for anglers during Coronavirus

12th March 2021

Updated guidance has been published for anglers to understand what the new Coronavirus restrictions mean for them.

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British Science Week 2021

5th March 2021

To celebrate British Science Week 2021 Marine Scotland has produced some new videos to put the spotlight on the importance of our seas, oceans and freshwaters. So join us to learn more about the seas and climate change and to find out what it’s like working in the lab. These talks are suitable for Secondary 2 to 6 pupils.

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Shetland scallop assessment

8th February 2021

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

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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Rural Economy Secretary letter to UK Government on crab claw exports to the EU

22nd January 2021

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

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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Brexit deal means drop in key fishing stocks

29th December 2020

The Brexit fisheries deal negotiated by the UK Government will mean a fall in the quantity of key fishing stocks landed by the Scottish fleet, according to Scottish Government analysis.

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Scientist in Charge Pathway in Action

29th December 2020

Berit Rabe writes about the SIC (Scientist-In-Charge) Pathway, a new initiative at Marine Scotland Science to provide a structured approach to training new SICs.

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Scotland’s Marine Assessment 2020 launched

21st December 2020

A new online platform which assesses the condition of Scotland’s marine environment and the human activity it supports has been launched.

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