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March 19, 2021

Vacancy: Benthic Ecologist, Aberdeen, closing date 12 April

We are currently seeking applications for an Benthic ecologist within Marine Scotland based in Aberdeen. […]

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March 18, 2021

Vacancy: Marine Mammal Scientist, Aberdeen, closing date 9 April

We are currently seeking applications for an Marine Mammal Scientist within Marine Scotland Science based […]

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March 18, 2021

Spotlight on Fishermen’s Mission

‘Don’t struggle in silence’ is the message from the chief executive of a charity that […]

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March 16, 2021

Outcome of UK/EU/Norway negotiations

The trilateral fisheries negotiations between UK, the EU and Norway have concluded with quotas agreed […]

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March 16, 2021

Engaging the fishing industry in marine environmental survey and monitoring

Surveys using local information from fishers have been used to better understand marine life in […]

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March 15, 2021

Scottish anglers wanted for Sea Angling Diary

The Sea Angling Diary Project which is funded by the Scottish Government, UK Government and […]

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March 12, 2021

Extra support for ports and harbours

Investing in coastal communities. Up to 20 ports and harbours that have lost income from […]

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March 10, 2021

Safeguarding flapper skate

New measures to help conservation efforts. The critically endangered flapper skate is to gain further […]

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February 24, 2021

Orkney Brown Crab MSC Draft Report 2017

The Orkney brown crab fishery entered MSC assessment after completing a 5 year FIP. It […]

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February 12, 2021

Priorities for seafood taskforce

Urgent work required to support sector. Streamlining export processes, fixing IT systems and resolving trade […]

Southwest Coast

February 10, 2021

Atlantic Blue Fin Tuna Tagging (ABFT)

The Outer Hebrides Regional Inshore Fisheries Group has been actively involved in the development of […]

Southwest Coast

February 10, 2021

OH Pot Limitation Pilot

The Outer Hebrides Regional Inshore Fisheries Group (OHRIFG) management plan included local objectives aimed at […]