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May 27, 2021

The smothering impact of Didemnum vexillum

Didemnum vexillum, commonly known as ‘Carpet Sea-Squirt’, is an invasive non-native marine organism that is […]

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May 27, 2021

Funding the ambitions of young fishers

New entrants to fishing will be able to apply for funding towards the purchase of […]

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May 24, 2021

Retain and report American lobster

A campaign has launched to help raise awareness of American lobster. The post Retain and […]

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May 19, 2021

MSC Audit Success

Shetland Shellfish Management Organisation (SSMO) is pleased to announce that it has been successful in […]

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May 11, 2021

Invasive Species Week – American lobster info

“Invasive Species Week will take place in the UK this year from 24th – 30th […]

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April 15, 2021

Guidance for anglers during Coronavirus

The post Guidance for anglers during Coronavirus appeared first on Marine Scotland.

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April 5, 2021

DRAFT 2022 – NECRIFG Management Plan

The Future Fisheries Management (FFM) Strategy, published December 2020, sets out policy initiatives for the […]

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March 24, 2021

New Live Bivalve Molluscs and Scallop impact survey launches

A survey has been launched by Marine Scotland, to understand the impact of the barrier […]

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March 24, 2021

Additional quota opportunities for Scottish fleet

Scotland will use its share of additional fishing opportunities to deliver quota to active fishers, […]

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March 24, 2021

Sea lice reporting to be mandatory

Mandatory sea lice reporting for aquaculture production businesses will come into force on 29 March […]

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March 19, 2021

New Marine Fund Scotland launches

Investments and jobs in seafood sectors, the marine environment and coastal communities will be supported […]

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March 19, 2021

Aquaculture health and welfare during Coronavirus

A new science publication has found no evidence of Coronavirus (COVID-19) impacting salmon welfare in […]