Marine Conservation Society

MCS reports that its 2024 Great British Beach Clean turned up some weird - but not particularly wonderful - items on the UKs beaches.

England’s largest seagrass restoration project has ended after five years, with eight hectares of seagrass successfully restored.

Strong westerly winds drove Portuguese man o' war to the UK and Ireland last winter, making it the second-most sighted jellyfish-like species

A new study by has found alarming levels of PFAS 'forever chemicals' discharged through sewage into a highly protected marine area.

The Marine Conservation Society urges the UK government to implement better management of declining crab and lobster populations

The Marine Conservation Society's 2024 Great British Beach Clean begins this Friday (2) and runs until 29 September

The MCS beach clean programme has recorded an average 80 per cent drop in plastic bags found washed up on UK beaches since 2015

The Marine Conservation Society and Natural History Museum are calling on citizen scientists to join the Big Seaweed Search, starting Monday

MCS Hiraeth Yn Y Môr Project Assistant records footage of a curled octopus changing colour in rare footage shot on a Welsh beach

Highest number of UK turtle sightings recorded for almost a decade, plus important new Turtle Action Plan announced in Montserrat

Help drive change in UK political commitment to the oceans by signing the Marine Conservation Society's petition

A win in the fight against plastic pollution as the UK Government announces a ban on the manufacture and sale of wet wipes containing plastic

The Marine Conservation Society showcases the UK’s rich variety of marine life with a vibrant display of photography for Earth Day 2024

The Marine Conservation Society recommends swapping some fish for more sustainable options, based on the latest Good Fish Guide updates

The Marine Conservation Society shares ideas for how to get involved with National Citizen Science Month this April

The Marine Conservation Society's annual State of our Beaches report, highlights the urgent need to reduce single-use plastic

The UK Government has announced new measures to protect the UK's waters, including 13 new MPAs safeguarded against bottom trawling

From sustainable tinned fish, upcycling clothing and ocean style inspiration, the Marine Conservation Society rounds up some of the best ocean trends for 2024.