Wildlife charity urging public to speak up for the region’s seabed
As the Government considers a ban on bottom trawling, research finds huge public support for protections for marine life.
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Area North-East of Farnes Deep to receive the highest level of sea protection
The first ever Highly Protected Marine Areas (HPMAs) came into force in England this week, marking an important moment in the UK and The Wildlife Trusts’ marine conservation history and giving a…
Wildlife charity relief at marine decision
Northumberland Wildlife Trust has expressed its relief and agrees with the recent decision, that the sea around Lindisfarne will not be designated a Higher Protected Marine Area (HPMA).
Huge threats to marine life still need addressing
As life gets back to normal after the Christmas holidays, the Wildlife Trusts’ annual marine review reflects on exciting sightings and project successes.
Benyon review of Highly Protected Marine areas published today
All 46 UK Wildlife Trusts are backing a new form of protection for the sea and calling on the government for ambitious delivery plan for Highly Protected Marine Areas within a year.