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Young Sea Changers Scotland @youth4seas.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

📣YSCS Member, Lorna, in The National Newspaper today calling for decisive action to protect Scotland's seas. Read the full article via linktr.ee/youth4seas and visit our website to learn more about Scotland's Marine Protected Areas and how to get involved.

Lorna next to The National article and a quote which reads: “I am 24. If we continue on this trajectory, my generation may never know the abundance that once defined Scotland’s seas nor experience the richness that has shaped our coastlines for centuries.”

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The Scottish Rewilding Alliance @scotrewilding.bsky.social · 06/08/2026

We'll soon deliver our open letter to The Scottish Government, calling for a dedicated #MinisterForNature. Help us reach 4,000 signatures by 15 August, and show the government that nature deserves a seat at the Cabinet table. ✍️ actionnetwork.org/petitions/sc... 🎨 Illustration by @edharrison.

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Scottish Environment LINK @scotlink.bsky.social · 05/08/2026

If you’re aged 18–30 and joining us at Sea Scotland, you’re invited to attend our exclusive pre-conference youth workshop and social, designed to help you make the most of your Sea Scotland experience. The ticket includes access to Sea Scotland on 27th October! Book your place now shorturl.at/9eybK

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Nature Champions @naturechampions.bsky.social · 03/08/2026

Blue mussels are habitat-forming ecosystem engineers that provide many vital ecosystem functions, including seafloor stabilisation, water filtering, & boosting biodiversity! Their #NatureChampion is Kate Campbell MSP @kate-c.bsky.social in collaboration with Young Sea Changers Scotland 📸 ©JPrescott

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Young Sea Changers Scotland @youth4seas.bsky.social · 15/07/2026

Delighted that @sannedd.bsky.social Lib Dem MSP for Edinburgh Northern will be joining us for an MSP Roundtable at our Community Gathering! Sanne has worked for the Edinburgh Uni School of Geosciences, so is the perfect person to talk oceans, climate and empowering young people! 🌊

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Young Sea Changers Scotland @youth4seas.bsky.social · 02/07/2026

Delighted to be paired with @kate-c.bsky.social as part of @scotlink.bsky.social's Nature Champions initiative. Kate will work alongside YSCS to champion the conservation of Scotland's blue mussel beds in the Scottish Parliament to ensure this unique species can thrive for generations to come!

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The Ferret @theferret.scot · 29/06/2026

“Fishermen cannot be expected to work around hazards they are not allowed to see,” said Sheila Keith of the Shetland Fishermen’s Association. She called for transparency on activity affecting safety and fishing grounds. Find out more: theferret.scot/spaceport-shetland-r…

A rocket engine test firing at SaxaVord Spaceport on Shetland during dusk. Bright flames and exhaust emerge from the base of a tall vertical test stand, with the sea and coastline visible behind. Overlaid text reads: “A spaceport plans to dump tonnes of rocket junk into the sea north of Shetland, posing a risk to tourism and fishing.”

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Young Sea Changers Scotland @youth4seas.bsky.social · 25/06/2026

We are delighted to be working with @kate-c.bsky.social on the protection of this vitality important species and their role in keeping the marine environment clean & healthy!

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Young Sea Changers Scotland @youth4seas.bsky.social · 08/06/2026

Today is World Ocean Day 🌊 To celebrate, we asked some of our members what being part of Young Sea Changers Scotland means to them. Support the next generation of young sea changers 👉 donate.justgiving.com/charity/yout...

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Scottish Environment LINK @scotlink.bsky.social · 03/06/2026

Will you join our demo TOMORROW to stand up for Scotland’s nature? The more of us there are, the louder our call for real change will be. Let’s turn the Natural Environment Act into real action! June 4th |12:30pm–2pm |Scottish Parliament, Edinburgh Sign up! rb.gy/lwsa09

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Young Sea Changers Scotland @youth4seas.bsky.social · 01/06/2026

For over a decade the Scottish Govt has delayed crucial protections for our seas. This cannot go on. Email your MSPs today to demand action for marine protected areas within the first 100 days of this parliament. Take action: scotlink.org/100days

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Protect Scotland's seas

Email your MSPs today

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Rewilding Britain @rewildingbritain.org.uk · 28/05/2026

Marine wins are taking over this month 🌊 From a new study revealing extraordinary seabed recovery in Scotland to majestic sea eagles returning to Exmoor, rewilders have been busy creating a wilder future for us all. Scroll down to discover all of May’s #RewildingWins👇 🧵1/6

Underwater photo of a grey seal looking into the camera with kelp in the background and text on the image that reads: "Rewilding wins of the month".

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Nature Champions @naturechampions.bsky.social · 18/05/2026

Scotland’s wildlife needs a voice! 1 in 9 species are at risk of national extinction, but our #NatureChampions initiative is making a difference by connecting MSPs with the habitats and species that need them most. MSPs: Become a voice for nature today! Learn more www.scotlink.org/link-campaig...

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2050 Climate Group @2050climategroup.bsky.social · 25/05/2026

@foescot.bsky.social Glasgow Climate Collabs: What's Next Post-Election? Thursday, May 28, 2026 at 06:30 PM co-hosted by Fuel Poverty Action and Parents for Future Scotland act.foe.scot/post_electio...

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Glasgow Climate Collabs: What's Next Post-Election?

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The Scottish Parliament @parliament.scot · 17/05/2026

This week Parliament is expected to choose the next First Minister of Scotland.

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Oceana UK @oceanauk.bsky.social · 16/05/2026

🎉 OCEAN WIN! Papua New Guinea just created its largest ever marine protected area - the size of the UK 🌊 The sanctuary is located in the Coral Triangle, a richly biodiverse area home to coral reefs, spinner dolphins, silky sharks, whales, and more! bit.ly/4fq4rkU

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YouthLink Scotland @youthlinkscot.bsky.social · 08/05/2026

Next up, our #YLSAwards 2026 Participation & Youth Voice finalists are making sure young people in Scotland are heard 🎤 Sponsored by @planetyouthscot.bsky.social 🗣️ @aym-aberdeen.bsky.social 💪 Team NLN - National Leadership Network 🌊 @youth4seas.bsky.social More info 👉 bit.ly/4tWIEpp

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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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Open Seas @open-seas.bsky.social · 23/04/2026

⚠️ The seabed matters Bottom-trawling can destroy habitats which took decades to form. We’re working to document the damage and restore life to our seas. 💙 Support us via the Big Give. bit.ly/4tXMfmG #OceanFacts #ProtectOurSeas

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Young Sea Changers Scotland @youth4seas.bsky.social · 15/04/2026

We're delighted to be a finalist in the Participation and Youth Voice category in the #YLSAwards! Congratulations to all the other finalists and we look forward to meeting you in June 🤝

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The Scottish Rewilding Alliance @scotrewilding.bsky.social · 14/04/2026

How does the Scottish Conservative manifesto stack up for nature? Our panel of keystone species think they've spotted a few gaps. Want to see stronger commitments for nature? Our Pathway to a #RewildingNation sets out what that could look like – and the steps needed to get there. 👉 bit.ly/4tgsRl6

A collage of images featuring a beaver, an ant, oysters underwater, a Eurasian lynx standing on snow, and an Atlantic salmon. Bold black and dark green text on a yellow background reads: "What does the Scottish Conservative Manifesto mean for nature? Scotland's keystone species respond."

Illustration of five animals depicted as a panel: a beaver, a salmon, a lynx, an oyster and an ant. The text explains that these Scottish keystone species are evaluating the 2026 election manifestos for their impact on nature, and that "this time, the Scottish Conservative manifesto is under the microscope."

Scorecard infographic showing how the Scottish Conservative manifesto scores for nature, as rated by five animal: beaver, salmon, lynx, oyster and wood ant. Each species rates the manifesto 0 out of 5 using various icons (trees, pebbles, paws, water drops, aphids) next to their names. Below each animal is a critique highlighting the manifesto's lack of support for nature and habitats.

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Young Sea Changers Scotland @youth4seas.bsky.social · 25/03/2026

"When young people’s enthusiasm and time is taken for granted to plug operational gaps, accessibility and exclusion is not considered, and unpaid interns are not rewarded with valuable training in exchange, it does a disservice to the sector and we lose brilliant, talented people along the way."

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Saving the sea for free — Young Sea Changers Scotland

Unpaid internships and why they should be banned.

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Young Sea Changers Scotland @youth4seas.bsky.social · 17/03/2026

📣 The Youth Ocean Action Fund Project Grants are BACK for 2026! 🤑£100 to £500 💙Youth-led advocacy related to marine issues 🤝Apply as an individual or group 🌊Young people aged 16-25 living in Scotland All details and how to apply at 👉https://www.youthforseas.org/action-fund

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Vicky Allan @vickyallan.bsky.social · 15/02/2026

MSPs must decide whether to expand salmon farming or pause growth to protect Scotland’s endangered wild salmon and marine ecosystems, says Nick Underdown from Wildfish The Future of Scotland's salmon industry in the @heraldscotland.bsky.social 7/7 www.heraldscotland.com/opinion/2585...

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British Columbia paused salmon farms. Why won’t Scotland?

MSPs must decide whether to expand salmon farming or pause growth to protect Scotland’s endangered wild salmon and marine ecosystems.

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Scottish Environment LINK @scotlink.bsky.social · 10/03/2026

Save the date for Sea Scotland 2026...and it’s our 10th birthday! 🎉 More details, including this year’s Sea Scotland youth event, coming soon. @youth4seas.bsky.social @mcsuk.bsky.social @scotwildlife.bsky.social @howellmarine.bsky.social @faunaflora.bsky.social 📸 NatureScot

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Young Sea Changers Scotland @youth4seas.bsky.social · 05/03/2026

Thank you SO much @maggiechapman.bsky.social for sponsoring our event and meeting our members. We look forward to working with the next intake of MSPs to progress youth-defined priorities for our seas 🌊

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Sea Scotland @seascotland.bsky.social · 04/03/2026

Save the date for Sea Scotland 2026...and it’s our 10th birthday! 🎉 More details, including this year’s Sea Scotland youth event, coming soon. @youth4seas.bsky.social @mcsuk.bsky.social @scotlink.bsky.social @scotwildlife.bsky.social @howellmarine.bsky.social @faunaflora.bsky.social 📸 NatureScot

An image of underwater coral and fish with the text "Save the Date! Join us for Sea Scotland's 10 year anniversary. Theme: Joining the dots to safeguard Scotland's seas. Tuesday 27th October. The Discovery, Dundee.

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Scottish Environment LINK @scotlink.bsky.social · 16/02/2026

With the passage of the #NaturalEnvironmentBill, which requires government ministers to set legally binding nature recovery targets, the #ScotlandLovesNature campaign has achieved its main aim! Here's a look back at the highlights of this campaign. www.scotlandlovesnature.scot/how-we-won-t...

Four people standing in front of the Scottish parliament building, wearing puffin, wildcat, red squirrel and bumblebee costumes and holding signs reading 'protect our home', 'nature targets now' and 'restore nature'. The person in the bumblebee costume is jumping into the air.

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Young Sea Changers Scotland @youth4seas.bsky.social · 10/02/2026

A powerful comment piece in @scotnational.bsky.social by YSCS members Louis Macmillan and Issie Jeffrey on the recent delay to the MPA consultation. Read the full piece at: www.thenational.scot/politics/258... or via link in bio 🔗

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The Ferret @theferret.scot · 03/02/2026

"Sea lice levels reported at several times the limit pose serious risks not just to farmed fish, but to wild salmon and the wider marine environment" www.theferret.scot/salmon-company-l…

Close-up of two lice on salmon skin. Text reads: "Salmon company lashes out at own industry over 'honesty' on lice."

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Oceana UK @oceanauk.bsky.social · 03/02/2026

Big Oil is wrecking our seas & marine life is paying the price 🐬 We're working with scientists to lift the lid on the oil & gas industry’s dirty secrets, using marine strandings to expose the truth. The data will speak for the animals that can’t. 🚫 End new oil & gas: bit.ly/490ZLPq

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Alan Munro @alanmunro.bsky.social · 08/01/2026

🗣️ Calling all budding young ocean leaders — the ocean needs YOU! (now more than ever) Whatever your skills, passion, or background, there is a place for you in the movement to protect our blue planet. Read more how here: www.youthforseas.org/blogs/the-oc...

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The ocean needs YOU — Young Sea Changers Scotland

Make 2026 the year you take action for our ocean.

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Marine Conservation Society @mcsuk.bsky.social · 23/12/2025

Did you know that for just £9.72 you can grow a dozen baby oysters? Our wonderful volunteers share what makes them such ocean superheroes! Donate now or give as a gift and get an e-card in time for the big day! actmcs.org/oyster-hero-bsky

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Open Seas @open-seas.bsky.social · 15/12/2025

🦞 Open Seas is hiring 🦞 We’re looking for maternity cover of our Digital & Communications Officer. You’ll help craft engaging digital content & drive public campaigns that raise awareness of seafood sustainability & marine protection. To apply, visit the link below: goodmoves.org/vacancy/a4sP...

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Young Sea Changers Scotland @youth4seas.bsky.social · 09/12/2025

Meet this year's Turning the Tide graduates! 🎓🌊 If you're interested in joining Turning the Tide 2026, come along to our Intro session TONIGHT and apply by 5th Jan to kickstart your own journey to speak up for our seas! Sign up via Eventbrite: bit.ly/ttt26-intro

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Young Sea Changers Scotland @youth4seas.bsky.social · 03/12/2025

Do young people feel heard in marine policy? In our Youth Manifesto for Scotland's Seas, we asked young people how they feel about marine decision-making. Their message was clear: they care deeply, but the system isn't working for them. Take action: youthforseas.org/youth-manifesto #YM4ScotSeas

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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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Stop Climate Chaos Scotland @sccscot.bsky.social · 06/11/2025

Our reaction to the new draft Climate Change Plan: major missed opportunities to reduce emissions in some of the most polluting sectors in ways that deliver meaningful improvements to the lives of people in Scotland. 👇 www.stopclimatechaos.scot/new-draft-cl...

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Young Sea Changers Scotland @youth4seas.bsky.social · 23/10/2025

It's a problem so many young people have! We supported YSCS member Islay to fund a placement at the Firth of Forth Lobster Hatchery through the Youth Ocean Action Fund 🦞 Read her blog: bit.ly/islay-blog Deadline for the YOAF 10th Nov: www.youthforseas.org/action-fund

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Young Sea Changers Scotland @youth4seas.bsky.social · 22/10/2025

ICYMI 📣A Youth Manifesto for Scotland's Seas 2026-2031 is now launched! We spoke to young people across Scotland and the message was clear: young people demand bold and urgent action for the seas. Their future depends on it. Read the full report: www.youthforseas.org/youth-manifesto

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Scottish Environment LINK @scotlink.bsky.social · 09/10/2025

Huge thanks to our speakers from @scottishgreens.org @scotlibdems.org.uk @snp.org and Scottish Labour, and all the delegates who attended @seascotland.bsky.social's first ever Ocean Hustings on Monday! It was great to share ideas on how we can bring our seas back to health. @youth4seas.bsky.social

Delegates at the Sea Scotland event, with a screen announcing the launch of the Youth Manifesto for Scotland's Seas

An audience member asking a question at the Sea Scotland event

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Sea Scotland @seascotland.bsky.social · 06/10/2025

Fantastic to have @alanmunro.bsky.social Director and founder of @youth4seas.bsky.social officially launch the first Youth Manifesto for our seas to kick off the Ocean Hustings! #SeaScotland2025

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Scottish Environment LINK @scotlink.bsky.social · 03/10/2025

Sea Scotland 2025 is now sold out! ✨ But good news — you can still join us online. 🎥 On Monday 6 October from 7pm - 8.30pm, we will hear Scotland’s political parties' ideas and plans for the future of our seas ahead of the Holyrood 2026 elections. Watch live 👉 www.youtube.com/watch?v=dKCt...

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Sea Scotland 2025 Ocean Hustings

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Young Sea Changers Scotland @youth4seas.bsky.social · 01/10/2025

We need boldness + bravery to make the hard decisions now. Youth Trustee Caitlin Turner @thatsealgirl.bsky.social spoke at @parliament.scot Rural Affairs & Islands Committee on offshore MPAs. 🎥👇

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Sea Scotland @seascotland.bsky.social · 26/09/2025

Meet the Sea Scotland Ocean Hustings speakers🌊 ✨Ariane Burgess, Scottish Green Party MSP for Highlands and Islands ✨Cllr Sanne Dijkstra-Downie, Scottish Liberal Democrats, Edinburgh City Council (Forth ward) ✨Sarah Boyack, Scottish Labour MSP for Lothian (Region) Register today👉 bit.ly/44nKQfm

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Rewilding Britain @rewildingbritain.org.uk · 25/09/2025

Disproportionate? We don’t think so 🎣 Bottom trawling is a highly destructive practice which is responsible for huge amounts of bycatch and damages our precious sea floor — yet it still takes place in England’s Marine Protected Areas (MPAs). 🧵1/2

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Young Sea Changers Scotland @youth4seas.bsky.social · 23/09/2025

📣New policy brief! From seagrass to shellfish: restoration matters🪴 The brief, developed by YSCS Trainee Jess along with an explanatory blog post, breaks down the Marine and Coastal Restoration plan. Check it out www.youthforseas.org/blogs/draft-restoration-plan and share your views by 19th Oct!

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