Blue Economy Vision launch

Move to make Scotland a global leader in marine management. Scotland’s ambition for a world-leading ‘Blue Economy’ has been set out in a vision document. The Blue Economy is sustainable use of ocean resources for economic growth, improved livelihoods and jobs, while...

Investing in the food and drink sector

Supporting growth and innovation. Food and drink businesses across Scotland will benefit from a share of more than £7.3 million to increase production, expand storage facilities and purchase new equipment. A total of 29 businesses, large and small, will receive grants...

An updated marine litter strategy for Scotland

Feedback updated 8 Aug 2022 We asked On 29 December 2021 the Scottish Government published a consultation seeking views on the range of actions that have been identified as priorities within the refreshed Marine Litter Strategy for Scotland. These priority...

World leading fisheries proposals

Striving to make fishing sustainable for future generations New measures to make Scotland a world-leader in managing fisheries stocks have been published for consultation. Views on a draft future catching policy are being sought along with plans to roll-out Remote...

Management Plan Review

Snapshot of key actions completed from the plan demonstrating the wide range of fishery related activities in the region The Plan has been developed and operated along with significant cooperation and input from our partners both statutory, community and individuals....