As the Government considers a ban on bottom trawling, research finds huge public support for protections for marine life
The Wildlife Trusts urge the public to speak up for seabed recovery
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Watchdog or lapdog? A test of the Government's commitment to nature
With an announcement due any day on a new Environment Bill, Russell Cooper, Public Affairs Manager at The Wildlife Trusts, shares his expectations of the Government at this critical time for the…
First wave of marine protection welcome
As the Government today confirms immediate designation of 27 Marine Conservation Zones, The Wildlife Trusts welcome this first step towards the creation of a network so absolutely vital to ensure…
Megafauna hotspots: the missing link in marine protection
New report highlights need to protect important places for dolphins, whales and basking sharks
Government approves badger culling to 2026 and ignores public consultation
Today the Government announced that it will continue to issue licenses to kill badgers over the next four years. This will put 130,000 animals at risk of being shot.
Government’s new Environment Act targets defy public opinion on polluted rivers and wildlife recovery
The Wildlife Trusts are appalled that Government ignores public’s plea to improve river health and protected places – and allows nature to flatline for next 20 years
The Wildlife Trusts back MPs' concerns over lack of marine protection
The Wildlife Trusts welcome today’s statement on Marine Conservation Zones by the Environmental Audit Committee and urge the government to press on with protecting these special places at sea
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What should a marine protected area look like?
In 2017, protection and preservation of the marine environment has never been so important.
Government says yes to Highly Protected Marine Areas
The Wildlife Trusts cheer long fought-for arrival of first ever sea sanctuaries where all damaging activities will be banned
UK Government announces commitment to 30% of land for nature by 2030 – The Wildlife Trusts respond
Today the UK Government announced a commitment to 30% of land for nature by 2030. The announcement was made on the same day that The Wildlife Trusts announced their own vision for 30 by 30 and a…
Marine Protected Areas
Information on Marine Protected Areas MPA, Marine Conservation Zones MCZ and other protected areas in UK seas and waters. Protected areas in UK seas are an essential part of protecting marine wildlife and habitats.