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Coastal Communities Network Scotland @communitiesforseas.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

We’re at Parliament today as Annabel from our member group Caolas is giving evidence to the Rural Affairs Committee along with @mcsuk.bsky.social @fidrango.bsky.social @scotwildlife.bsky.social @open-seas.bsky.social Follow along for updates from the discussion 🌊

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Coastal Communities Network Scotland @communitiesforseas.bsky.social · 21/07/2026

Community knowledge and input is vital to sustainably managing Scotland’s marine areas 🌊 However, marine data can be difficult to navigate, so we have created guidance to help communities navigate publicly available information on their local Marine Protected Areas and Priority Marine Features ⬇️

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Scottish Environment LINK @scotlink.bsky.social · 21/07/2026

Take two minutes to write to your MSPs to call for action to give Scotland's seas the protections they deserve! Join our call for a public consultation within the first 100 days of the new parliament on finally implementing the protections our oceans need. Act now! scotlink.eaction.online/100days/

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Coastal Communities Network Scotland @communitiesforseas.bsky.social · 05/06/2026

🌊 How can communities have more say in how their local marine areas are managed? 🌊 Community leadership in marine management can lead to long-term ecological outcomes, incorporation of local knowledge, and sustainable livelihoods. However, there are lots of barriers to community leadership. (1/3)

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Coastal Communities Network Scotland @communitiesforseas.bsky.social · 20/05/2026

Nearly a decade since Scotland established the South Arran MPA and implemented fisheries management measures, seabed life has been recovering dramatically. It's great to see the successes of CCN members @arrancoast.bsky.social highlighted in this study 🐟 news.mongabay.com/short-articl...

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Seabed life triples after bottom trawling ban in Scotland protected area

Nearly a decade since Scotland established the South Arran Marine Protected Area and banned bottom trawling across much of it, life on the seafloor has thrived, a new study has found. Scientists surve...

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Coastal Communities Network Scotland @communitiesforseas.bsky.social · 30/04/2026

Last weekend, CCN members and supporters met in Ardentinny for discussions, planning, and networking. Read all about our 2026 gathering here ⬇️ www.communitiesforseas.scot/ccn-gatherin...

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CCN Gathering 2026 - CCN Scotland

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Young Sea Changers Scotland @youth4seas.bsky.social · 30/04/2026

The countdown is ON! Last chance to apply to our Youth Ocean Action Fund to make your ocean action a reality 📣✊ All details on the grant, what we're looking for and how to apply via our website at: www.youthforseas.org/action-fund.

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Sea Scotland @seascotland.bsky.social · 22/04/2026

Join Sea Scotland 2026 as a conference sponsor! Your support is crucial to help us make it as engaging, diverse and inclusive as possible. Plus it's a great opportunity to showcase your work and contribution to the sector. 🪸 🌊 For more details, go to www.seascotland.scot 📆 27th October 2026

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Coastal Communities Network Scotland @communitiesforseas.bsky.social · 22/04/2026

It's really great to see the contribution of citizen science efforts to data and policymaking - thanks @cathgem2000.bsky.social 🩵

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Catherine Gemmell @cathgem2000.bsky.social · 07/04/2026

It was great to share a Beachwatch update with the @communitiesforseas.bsky.social Marine Litter Group highlighting the new @mcsuk.bsky.social Beachwatch Data Explorer: beachwatch-data-explorer.vercel.app/explore With an important reminder this only provides a snapshot of what litter is out there!

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Beachwatch Data Explorer

Interactive data explorer for UK beach litter survey data

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Coastal Communities Network Scotland @communitiesforseas.bsky.social · 31/03/2026

One of our members is part of the Resilience of Anthropocene Coasts and Communities project, investigating some of the thousands of coastal landfill sites at risk of erosion and releasing of pollutants to the marine environment. Read all about it here: www.communitiesforseas.scot/historic-coa...

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Researching historic coastal eroding landfill sites in Angus - CCN Scotland

East Haven Together is involved with the Resilience of Anthropocene Coasts and Communities (RAAC) project, a collaborative project between several universities, government agencies, and communities.

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Coastal Communities Network Scotland @communitiesforseas.bsky.social · 02/02/2026

We are really grateful to @inspiringscotland.bsky.social and Changing Ideas for supporting us to campaign for improved and accessible water quality information and pathways that enable communities to develop local solutions and hold polluters to account! 🌊

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RSPB Scotland @rspbscotland.bsky.social · 27/01/2026

Today we raised our voices outside Scottish Parliament in one last push to ensure politicians stand up for Scotland's nature. The Natural Environment Bill could be a game-changer - introducing nature targets and Swift bricks. The final debate starts today, we hope to see major wins for wildlife.

Group smiling and holding up their signs and bird puppets outside Scottish Parliament

Close up of sign which reads 'Swifties for Swift Bricks!' with a picture of Taylor Swift

Three members of RSPB staff stand together smiling holding a Curlew puppet, a Puffin puppet and a Swift puppet

Swift puppet next to Scottish parliament entrance

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Young Sea Changers Scotland @youth4seas.bsky.social · 26/11/2025

Interested in the ocean but don't know where to start? 💭 🌊 Turning the Tide is our flagship training and skill development programme for young people to kickstart their journey in marine advocacy 🌊 Sign up: bit.ly/ttt26-intro and read more: youthforseas.org/turning-the-...

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Project Seagrass @projectseagrass.bsky.social · 21/11/2025

Are you an individual or a member of a group in Scotland with an interest in seagrass who could benefit from being part of the Collaborative? Get in touch with us to register to be involved: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...

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Scottish Seagrass Collaborative Membership Form

The SSC is not a governing body. Instead, it is a collaborative network shaped by its members. Our shared mission is to connect people, share knowledge, and create opportunities for training, resource...

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Project Seagrass @projectseagrass.bsky.social · 21/11/2025

Last month saw the launch of the Scottish Seagrass Collaborative! The aim of the Collaborative is to connect people, share knowledge, and create opportunities for training, resources, and joint action that strengthen seagrass conservation efforts across Scotland.

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Coastal Communities Network Scotland @communitiesforseas.bsky.social · 24/11/2025

Recently, CCN members came together to explore how arts, culture and heritage relate to marine conservation, and how we can use them to engage new audiences and foster deeper connections with the marine environment 🐟🎨 Read all about it in our blog: www.communitiesforseas.scot/arts-mini-ga...

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Arts, culture and heritage in marine conservation: CCN mini-gathering - CCN Scotland

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Scottish Environment LINK @scotlink.bsky.social · 14/11/2025

One in nine species in Scotland is at risk of extinction. We can change this. 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 The Natural Environment Bill is our chance to set binding targets to restore nature. Take 30 seconds to email your MSPs here: scotlink.eaction.online/targets #Scotland #NatureRestoration #NaturalEnvironmentBill

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Fidra @fidrango.bsky.social · 01/10/2025

The #GreatGlobalNurdleHunt starts today! 🌎 This month thousands of #nurdlehunters will be collecting vital #plasticpellet pollution data & calling for change💪 Join in and be part of the solution 🔎 For more on how to take part & how to download our new app▶️ www.nurdlehunt.org.uk/take-part/th...

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Coastal Communities Network Scotland @communitiesforseas.bsky.social · 02/10/2025

This week, the Scottish Government announced proposed management measures for Priority Marine Features not covered by the inshore MPA network, which will be taken to public consultation in November 🪸 Read out blog to find out what this means: www.communitiesforseas.scot/new-manageme...

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New management measures for Priority Marine Features proposed - CCN Scotland

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Whale and Dolphin Conservation (International) @whalesorg.bsky.social · 29/09/2025

Good news 🥳 Morocco is now the 60th nation to sign on to the High Seas Treaty. This means, for the first time, protections against harmful human activities can extend across international waters, safeguarding countless marine species. A huge win for marine life, ocean health, and future generations.

Image of a whale breaching with the text: Good news, new protections for marine life in international waters for the first time.

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Coastal Communities Network Scotland @communitiesforseas.bsky.social · 12/08/2025

It's been a busy summer for CCN - read our newsletter to find out what we have been up to! www.communitiesforseas.scot/ccn-summer-n...

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CCN Summer Newsletter 2025 - CCN Scotland

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The Ferret @theferret.scot · 29/07/2025

🔴 NEW: A ban on a Norwegian salmon farming company dumping toxic pesticides in a Highland loch following 273 environmental breaches over six months has been strongly defended by the Scottish Government’s green watchdog. Our latest: theferret.scot/salmo...

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Coastal Communities Network Scotland @communitiesforseas.bsky.social · 28/07/2025

The next Scottish Government will bring us to 2030, the milestone year where Scotland has committed to halting biodiversity loss. This makes next year's elections a critical moment for Scotland's seas. Read CCN's priorities for the 2026 elections: www.communitiesforseas.scot/2026-electio...

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CCN priorities for the 2026 Scottish elections - CCN Scotland

Community organisations from across Scotland’s coast have co-developed these priorities, drawing on their vast knowledge and experiences. These aim for an ecosystem based recovery of our marine and co...

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Coastal Communities Network Scotland @communitiesforseas.bsky.social · 12/06/2025

Scotland's first snorkel festival is happening in just a few weeks! From the 27th - 29th June, there will be loads going on along the Berwickshire coast, including kids pool sessions, guided sea sessions,, photography competitions, and interesting talks 🐳

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Coastal Communities Network Scotland @communitiesforseas.bsky.social · 09/06/2025

"I just couldn't believe the regeneration that had happened and I was just swimming along with a demand valve in my mouth and a huge smile on my face. This is what it was all about" Great to see this coverage of seabed recovery off Arran 🐟@arrancoast.bsky.social www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

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Arran seabed restoration championed by Sir David Attenborough

As governments gather at the UN Oceans Conference, protections off Arran are hailed as an example in restoration.

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Coastal Communities Network Scotland @communitiesforseas.bsky.social · 08/06/2025

Our oceans are vital - for nature, climate, and people 🐟 This #WorldOceanDay, we would like to celebrate the communities across the coasts of Scotland who do incredible work to protect and restore our seas 🌊

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Dr Lauren Smith @saltwaterlifeuk.bsky.social · 08/06/2025

🌊 Today is World Ocean Day 🤿 This short clip showcases just a tiny fraction of the incredible life we have in Scottish coastal waters. There is so much out there, and it is all worthy of our protection! #worldoceanday2025 #ocean #underwater #saltwaterlife #divediscoverdefend #scotland

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The Ferret @theferret.scot · 03/06/2025

More than 135,000 cleaner fish have died at a Highland salmon farm run by Norwegian-owned Mowi, prompting welfare concerns and a formal complaint. Read the full story: theferret.scot/13500...

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Alan Munro @alanmunro.bsky.social · 30/05/2025

Delighted to join the inaugural Board of Trustees of @communitiesforseas.bsky.social! This marks an exciting milestone for this network of community-led organisations and I’m honoured to support its mission and help shape its future. 👉 www.communitiesforseas.scot

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Home Page - CCN Scotland

Welcome to the Coastal Communities Network.

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Coastal Communities Network Scotland @communitiesforseas.bsky.social · 27/05/2025

Exciting news - CCN has received charitable status! We are so excited for this next chapter! Huge thank you to our members and supporters who have helped us reach this stage, and to @faunaflora.bsky.social for hosting the network over the past few years🌊 www.communitiesforseas.scot/coastal-comm...

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Coastal Communities Network has received charitable status! - CCN Scotland

Just this week, Coastal Communities Network has received charitable status as a Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation (SC054249)!We are really excited for this next chapter of CCN.

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Coastal Communities Network Scotland @communitiesforseas.bsky.social · 15/05/2025

In April, a serious pollution incident came to light in Loch Hourn when a fisherman found his catch dead and smelling strongly of bleach. It is still not clear exactly what happened. Read Friends of Loch Hourn's outline of the event and its aftermath: www.communitiesforseas.scot/discharge-of...

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Discharge of dangerous chemicals by a large vessel in Loch Hourn - CCN Scotland

A serious pollution incident has poisoned a large area of the seabed in Loch Hourn duringthe night of April 19th. The Marine Directorate (MD) of the Scottish Government is currently investigating this...

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Sea Scotland @seascotland.bsky.social · 13/05/2025

🌊 Sea Scotland 2025🌊 This autumn, ahead of next year’s election, we will host our first ever Ocean Hustings, in partnership with @youth4seas.bsky.social Discuss plans to support our marine environment and coastal communities with Scottish political parties: www.seascotland.scot/sea-scotland...

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Coastal Communities Network Scotland @communitiesforseas.bsky.social · 12/05/2025

Last chance to apply for this exciting post as a part-time Seagrass Officer with Kintyre Coastal Network! 🌱 If you want to support practical conservation work along the Kintyre coast and work with a small, friendly team, this could be the role for you! 🌊 www.kintyrecoastalnetwork.org/vacancypage

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Vacancy page | KCN

Details of vacancies at KCN.

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Young Sea Changers Scotland @youth4seas.bsky.social · 16/04/2025

Applications for our Youth Ocean Action Fund are now OPEN! 🐳 With grants for both individuals and projects/campaigns, there's funding available to support your ocean advocacy, whatever that looks like! All info and how to apply: youthforseas.org/action-fund ✊

Image detailing the Youth Ocean Action Fund. At the top it says Applications are open with two boxes below. The first, in white, says 'What is the fund for?' and describes campaign and advocacy activities that might fit the fund. The second box, in blue, details the two types of grant available - Individual £25 to £150 and Project/Campaign £100 to £500 available.

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Coastal Communities Network Scotland @communitiesforseas.bsky.social · 14/04/2025

Passionate about protecting Scotland's wildlife and habitats? The #NatureOfScotland Awards seeks out the unsung heroes dedicated to conservation efforts across the country. Know a person, project or partnership that fits the bill? Apply by 27 May bit.ly/natureofscot...

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Nature of Scotland Awards

Designed to recognise and celebrate excellence, innovation and outstanding achievement in Scottish nature conservation, welcome to the Nature of Scotland awards.

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Young Sea Changers Scotland @youth4seas.bsky.social · 09/04/2025

📣 Got ideas for an ocean advocacy campaign? Want to attend an event or training to develop your marine skills? 💡 We're launching a Youth Ocean Action Fund to support young people to make their innovative ocean advocacy ideas a reality✊ Read more 👉 youthforseas.org/action-fund 🧠

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Coastal Communities Network Scotland @communitiesforseas.bsky.social · 09/04/2025

CCN members Moray Ocean Community have launched their brand new website! Have a look to learn more about the group, find out what they have been up to, and find some great citizen science resources 🐳 www.morayoceancommunity.co.uk

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Moray Ocean Community | Marine Conservation in the Moray Firth

Join Moray Ocean Community in protecting the Moray Firth’s marine ecosystems. Connecting locals and visitors with nature and conservation whilst having fun!

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Young Sea Changers Scotland @youth4seas.bsky.social · 31/03/2025

There are so many incredible organisations working to protect our seas & coasts that you might never have heard of! We've rounded up 10 you need to know about. Head to the news section on our website to check it out (🔗in bio), and stay tuned for Part 2! #MarineConservation #Scotland #OceanAction

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Scottish Environment LINK @scotlink.bsky.social · 28/03/2025

On Wednesday we hosted a briefing event with the Coastal Communities Network which jointly criticised the Scottish government's slow progress on on marine protection, and urged action. Read more: www.scotlink.org/community-gr...

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Community groups and environmental campaigners join forces to urge government action on marine protection - Scotlink

In a briefing event for journalists and policymakers on Wednesday, environmental and community groups jointly criticised the Scottish government’s slow progress on marine protection. The event was hos...

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Coastal Communities Network Scotland @communitiesforseas.bsky.social · 27/03/2025

Some exciting job opportunities have opened up at the Berwickshire Marine Reserve for the Summer period⬇️ 🐋1 x Head Ranger 🐬2 x Marine Rangers The deadline to apply: Midnight, Sunday 20th April⏰ Find out more on their website: www.berwickshiremarinereserve.org.uk/vacancies-1

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Vacancies | Berwickshire Marine Reserve | Eyemouth

Find out more information on our current vacancies at the Berwickshire Marine Reserve

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The Ferret @theferret.scot · 26/03/2025

“The industry claims to be the best regulated in the world, and yet takes legal action against any attempts to implement regulation” theferret.scot/salmo...

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Salmon farms file 210 appeals to 'sabotage' lice controls

Salmon farms have lodged 210 appeals against controls on lice infestations imposed by the Scottish Government’s environment watchdog.

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Coastal Communities Network Scotland @communitiesforseas.bsky.social · 26/03/2025

This is a really great opportunity for young people to help shape the future of Scotland's seas 🌊

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Community of Arran Seabed Trust @arrancoast.bsky.social · 25/03/2025

The Leopard-spot goby (Thorogobius ephippiatus) is a small, cryptic fish species often seen by divers in the South Arran MPA. It belongs to the Gobiidae family, a diverse group of bottom-dwelling fish. This species is known for its striking pattern of dark spots on a pale body, #Biodiversity #Marine

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Community of Arran Seabed Trust @arrancoast.bsky.social · 13/03/2025

🤿 Online talk 🤿Join us for an exciting presentation by Bethany Walsh, unveiling her MSc research on marine recreation around the Isle of Arran. The talk will be 1 hour with an opportunity for Q&A at the end. Tickets are FREE but donations welcome. Book your place at: bit.ly/MarineRecreationTalk.

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Nature of Scotland Awards @naturescotawards.bsky.social · 11/03/2025

If your community has united to take action for nature in your local area, share your story, and enter our #NatureOfScotland Community Initiative award!🙌 We want to celebrate your innovative ideas and positive impact 👉 bit.ly/NatureofScotland

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Scottish Seabird Centre @seabirdcentre.bsky.social · 10/03/2025

First puffins of the year spotted!👀📢 We spotted our very first puffins of 2025 over the weekend on our Craigleith live camera: seabird.org/webcams/crai... 📷©️Nicol Nicolson

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