Esther Brooker
@estherebrooker.bsky.social
Marine policy and engagement (Scottish Environment LINK); marine rewilding PhD researcher (University of Hull Rewild Cluster); wife of an aquaculture researcher; mum of hooligans; dog owner. Views are my own!
Lots happening in Scottish seas at the moment - read more here! 👇🏻🌊🐚🪸
The Scottish government has published proposals for protecting priority marine features (PMFs) such as flame shell and maerl beds outside marine protected areas.
Read our new blog to why this matters for Scotland’s seas and coastal communities:
www.scotlink.org/new-manageme...
Read our new blog to why this matters for Scotland’s seas and coastal communities:
www.scotlink.org/new-manageme...
New management measures for Scotland’s seas beyond marine protected areas. - Scotlink
The newly published proposals for protecting priority marine features outside of marine protected areas (MPAs), which are expected to open for formal public consultation in November along with proposa...
www.scotlink.org
October 28, 2025 at 11:41 AM
Lots happening in Scottish seas at the moment - read more here! 👇🏻🌊🐚🪸
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'We know protection works' - Calum Duncan, convenor of our marine group, spoke to @parliament.scot
Rural Affairs and Islands Committee this morning about fisheries management measures for offshore marine protected areas.
Contains information licensed under the Scottish Parliament Copyright Licence.
Rural Affairs and Islands Committee this morning about fisheries management measures for offshore marine protected areas.
Contains information licensed under the Scottish Parliament Copyright Licence.
October 1, 2025 at 3:20 PM
'We know protection works' - Calum Duncan, convenor of our marine group, spoke to @parliament.scot
Rural Affairs and Islands Committee this morning about fisheries management measures for offshore marine protected areas.
Contains information licensed under the Scottish Parliament Copyright Licence.
Rural Affairs and Islands Committee this morning about fisheries management measures for offshore marine protected areas.
Contains information licensed under the Scottish Parliament Copyright Licence.
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🌊 Registrations are now OPEN for Sea Scotland 2025!
Grab your spot to join our first-ever Ocean Hustings on 6th October at the Edinburgh Climate Change Institute.
🚨Register today: bit.ly/44nKQfm
Grab your spot to join our first-ever Ocean Hustings on 6th October at the Edinburgh Climate Change Institute.
🚨Register today: bit.ly/44nKQfm
June 19, 2025 at 1:10 PM
🌊 Registrations are now OPEN for Sea Scotland 2025!
Grab your spot to join our first-ever Ocean Hustings on 6th October at the Edinburgh Climate Change Institute.
🚨Register today: bit.ly/44nKQfm
Grab your spot to join our first-ever Ocean Hustings on 6th October at the Edinburgh Climate Change Institute.
🚨Register today: bit.ly/44nKQfm
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Fancy exploring life under the waves? 🤿
Dive into Scotland’s first Snorkel Festival with us! Led by Berwickshire Marine Reserve, there are lots of great events running from Friday 27 to Sunday 29 June. We hope to sea you there! 🌊
Book your place today! 👇
buff.ly/V0wWFNs
Dive into Scotland’s first Snorkel Festival with us! Led by Berwickshire Marine Reserve, there are lots of great events running from Friday 27 to Sunday 29 June. We hope to sea you there! 🌊
Book your place today! 👇
buff.ly/V0wWFNs
June 15, 2025 at 7:45 AM
Fancy exploring life under the waves? 🤿
Dive into Scotland’s first Snorkel Festival with us! Led by Berwickshire Marine Reserve, there are lots of great events running from Friday 27 to Sunday 29 June. We hope to sea you there! 🌊
Book your place today! 👇
buff.ly/V0wWFNs
Dive into Scotland’s first Snorkel Festival with us! Led by Berwickshire Marine Reserve, there are lots of great events running from Friday 27 to Sunday 29 June. We hope to sea you there! 🌊
Book your place today! 👇
buff.ly/V0wWFNs
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“Marine protected areas are essential for Scotland’s traditional fishing industry”. In a new article, LINK expresses concerns over the lack of marine actions in the Programme for Government and calls for the long-awaited fisheries management measures in MPAs.
📖 Read the article: bit.ly/3Siis7L
📖 Read the article: bit.ly/3Siis7L
Why marine protected areas are essential for Scotland’s traditional fishing industry
The SNP government didn’t even mention the sea in its recent Programme for Government
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May 26, 2025 at 2:09 PM
“Marine protected areas are essential for Scotland’s traditional fishing industry”. In a new article, LINK expresses concerns over the lack of marine actions in the Programme for Government and calls for the long-awaited fisheries management measures in MPAs.
📖 Read the article: bit.ly/3Siis7L
📖 Read the article: bit.ly/3Siis7L
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In 2020, we published the Ocean Recovery Plan, calling for urgent action to restore Scotland’s seas by 2030.
Now, our first review (2020–2024) is out. How much progress has been made?
📘 Read the report: www.scotlink.org/an-ocean-rec...
📷Paolo Chiabrando / Unsplash
Now, our first review (2020–2024) is out. How much progress has been made?
📘 Read the report: www.scotlink.org/an-ocean-rec...
📷Paolo Chiabrando / Unsplash
May 21, 2025 at 11:41 AM
In 2020, we published the Ocean Recovery Plan, calling for urgent action to restore Scotland’s seas by 2030.
Now, our first review (2020–2024) is out. How much progress has been made?
📘 Read the report: www.scotlink.org/an-ocean-rec...
📷Paolo Chiabrando / Unsplash
Now, our first review (2020–2024) is out. How much progress has been made?
📘 Read the report: www.scotlink.org/an-ocean-rec...
📷Paolo Chiabrando / Unsplash
Excited for the next Sea Scotland event - first ever ocean hustings ahead of Holyrood Elections in 2026!
🌊 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...
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...
May 13, 2025 at 1:35 PM
Excited for the next Sea Scotland event - first ever ocean hustings ahead of Holyrood Elections in 2026!
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🌊 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...
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...
May 13, 2025 at 12:58 PM
🌊 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...
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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Ocean with David Attenborough is now in cinemas - a new feature-length documentary showing there is nowhere more vital for our survival, more full of life, wonder, or surprise, than the ocean.
In Scotland, we have been waiting for over ten years for the vital protections needed for our seas. 1/2
In Scotland, we have been waiting for over ten years for the vital protections needed for our seas. 1/2
May 8, 2025 at 10:58 AM
Ocean with David Attenborough is now in cinemas - a new feature-length documentary showing there is nowhere more vital for our survival, more full of life, wonder, or surprise, than the ocean.
In Scotland, we have been waiting for over ten years for the vital protections needed for our seas. 1/2
In Scotland, we have been waiting for over ten years for the vital protections needed for our seas. 1/2
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📰“In order to see our amazing seas, marine species and coastal communities thrive, we desperately need more action from the Scottish government.”
David Attenborough's new film should signal a wake up call on the need to protect Scotland's seas 🌊
Read more:
www.heraldscotland.com/opinion/2514...
David Attenborough's new film should signal a wake up call on the need to protect Scotland's seas 🌊
Read more:
www.heraldscotland.com/opinion/2514...
May 7, 2025 at 12:02 PM
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Woop! Keep this date in your diary! 👇🏻🐟🌊
🌊 Save the Date! 🌊
Mark your calendars: Sea Scotland 2025 will be held on 6th October at the Edinburgh Climate Change Institute (ECCI).
Stay tuned for more information coming soon.
Follow us on social media, or sign up for our mailing list 👇https://bit.ly/496JwO9
Mark your calendars: Sea Scotland 2025 will be held on 6th October at the Edinburgh Climate Change Institute (ECCI).
Stay tuned for more information coming soon.
Follow us on social media, or sign up for our mailing list 👇https://bit.ly/496JwO9
April 2, 2025 at 12:37 PM
Woop! Keep this date in your diary! 👇🏻🐟🌊
New paper! “Defining marine rewilding can help guide theory and practice in marine conservation”. I’m beyond excited that the first paper of my PhD is now live and open access! @uniofhull.bsky.social @uofglasgow.bsky.social @rewrite-eu.bsky.social
www.nature.com/articles/s43...
www.nature.com/articles/s43...
Defining marine rewilding can help guide theory and practice in marine conservation - Communications Earth & Environment
The concept of rewilding, an approach to conservation aimed at the recovery of complex ecosystems, can be extended from the terrestrial to the marine realm and applied to degraded marine ecosystems.
www.nature.com
March 28, 2025 at 12:07 PM
New paper! “Defining marine rewilding can help guide theory and practice in marine conservation”. I’m beyond excited that the first paper of my PhD is now live and open access! @uniofhull.bsky.social @uofglasgow.bsky.social @rewrite-eu.bsky.social
www.nature.com/articles/s43...
www.nature.com/articles/s43...
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🌊 Sea Scotland is now on Bluesky! 🌊
Since 2016, Sea Scotland Conference has provided a platform for knowledge exchange and progressive marine policy discussions. Follow us for future updates, and join the Sea Scotland community to debate and tackle critical issues facing our seas.🐳
Since 2016, Sea Scotland Conference has provided a platform for knowledge exchange and progressive marine policy discussions. Follow us for future updates, and join the Sea Scotland community to debate and tackle critical issues facing our seas.🐳
February 24, 2025 at 2:16 PM
🌊 Sea Scotland is now on Bluesky! 🌊
Since 2016, Sea Scotland Conference has provided a platform for knowledge exchange and progressive marine policy discussions. Follow us for future updates, and join the Sea Scotland community to debate and tackle critical issues facing our seas.🐳
Since 2016, Sea Scotland Conference has provided a platform for knowledge exchange and progressive marine policy discussions. Follow us for future updates, and join the Sea Scotland community to debate and tackle critical issues facing our seas.🐳
Today the Rewild research group is at The Deep aquarium in Hull talking all things rewilding. Lots to get involved in! #Colliderfest @universityofhull.bsky.social
March 15, 2025 at 11:25 AM
Today the Rewild research group is at The Deep aquarium in Hull talking all things rewilding. Lots to get involved in! #Colliderfest @universityofhull.bsky.social
Today I am joining the Marine Forum at the National Museum Scotland. Looking forward to a great line up of talks and sessions, and participating in a panel discussion later on!
#MarineForum2025 @scotlink.bsky.social
#MarineForum2025 @scotlink.bsky.social
March 1, 2025 at 10:10 AM
Today I am joining the Marine Forum at the National Museum Scotland. Looking forward to a great line up of talks and sessions, and participating in a panel discussion later on!
#MarineForum2025 @scotlink.bsky.social
#MarineForum2025 @scotlink.bsky.social
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"The diversity and uniqueness of our seabirds is remarkable, yet their survival is increasingly threatened as they face a relentless wave of challenges, and it’s now widely acknowledged that urgent action is needed."
Read more about how you can help our seabirds:
www.scotlink.org/saving-scotl...
Read more about how you can help our seabirds:
www.scotlink.org/saving-scotl...
Saving Scotland’s Seabirds: A Call to Action - Scotlink
Guest blog by Caitlin Paul, Marine Policy Officer at RSPB Scotland As someone who has always had a deep love for Scottish seas and the vibrant marine life it supports, I’ve recently focused my passion...
www.scotlink.org
January 14, 2025 at 11:28 AM
"The diversity and uniqueness of our seabirds is remarkable, yet their survival is increasingly threatened as they face a relentless wave of challenges, and it’s now widely acknowledged that urgent action is needed."
Read more about how you can help our seabirds:
www.scotlink.org/saving-scotl...
Read more about how you can help our seabirds:
www.scotlink.org/saving-scotl...
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#DYK nearly 75% of major marine fish stocks have been depleted/overexploited & 50% of live coral cover on reefs destroyed?
- @ipbes.bsky.social #GlobalAssessment
Let’s restore our ocean's vitality & ensure a more sustainable future. 🪸🌍🧪🦈
- @ipbes.bsky.social #GlobalAssessment
Let’s restore our ocean's vitality & ensure a more sustainable future. 🪸🌍🧪🦈
January 6, 2025 at 7:18 AM
#DYK nearly 75% of major marine fish stocks have been depleted/overexploited & 50% of live coral cover on reefs destroyed?
- @ipbes.bsky.social #GlobalAssessment
Let’s restore our ocean's vitality & ensure a more sustainable future. 🪸🌍🧪🦈
- @ipbes.bsky.social #GlobalAssessment
Let’s restore our ocean's vitality & ensure a more sustainable future. 🪸🌍🧪🦈
Our views on the 2024 Report to the Scottish Parliament on how Scotland’s marine protected area network is progressing 👇🏻
"In 2025, the Scottish government must act decisively to deliver long-awaited protections and live up to crucial legal, policy and international commitments before it is too late.”
Read our response to the published report to parliament on Scotland's MPA network:
www.scotlink.org/scotlands-ma...
Read our response to the published report to parliament on Scotland's MPA network:
www.scotlink.org/scotlands-ma...
Scotland’s Marine Protected Area network in 2024 - where are we now? - Scotlink
Introduction Marine Protected Areas (MPAs) are designated spaces of the ocean and seas where human activities are regulated to protect natural resources and biodiversity. These areas are well-evidence...
www.scotlink.org
December 20, 2024 at 2:29 PM
Our views on the 2024 Report to the Scottish Parliament on how Scotland’s marine protected area network is progressing 👇🏻
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Today, @ScotGov launched their Seabird Action Plan consultation. This is our chance to speak up for Scotland’s seabirds and secure the protection they need.
Sign the e-action here: action.rspb.org.uk/page/154240/...
📷 Colin Wilkinson
Sign the e-action here: action.rspb.org.uk/page/154240/...
📷 Colin Wilkinson
December 11, 2024 at 11:02 AM
Today, @ScotGov launched their Seabird Action Plan consultation. This is our chance to speak up for Scotland’s seabirds and secure the protection they need.
Sign the e-action here: action.rspb.org.uk/page/154240/...
📷 Colin Wilkinson
Sign the e-action here: action.rspb.org.uk/page/154240/...
📷 Colin Wilkinson
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Reduce whale-ship strikes by making 2.6% of ocean surface safer, study says https://buff.ly/3Cy4ARZ 🧪🌎🦑
Reduce whale-ship strikes by making 2.6% of ocean surface safer, study says
Researchers identify collision hotspots around world but reveal almost all these lack preventive measures
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November 22, 2024 at 2:13 PM
Reduce whale-ship strikes by making 2.6% of ocean surface safer, study says https://buff.ly/3Cy4ARZ 🧪🌎🦑
That’s my reading for today sorted
🚨🐟 Overfishing is pushing our ocean to the brink. Four years past the UK's latest deadline to end overfishing, it’s time for real government action. We have crafted an ambitious vision to turn the tide. 🌊 Read the report here: bit.ly/oceana-uk-ro...
#EndOverfishing
#EndOverfishing
November 15, 2024 at 12:18 PM
That’s my reading for today sorted
Love seeing the woodcocks in our local area. 🪶 such a striking birds!
Tonight, the Woodcock Moon rises. 🌕
Folklore whispers of Woodcocks awaiting this moonlit night to cross the seas and arrive in huge numbers on our shores.
It was believed tiny Goldcrests journeyed with them—riding on their backs!
Look up for the final Supermoon of the year.
Moonrise: 15:29*
Folklore whispers of Woodcocks awaiting this moonlit night to cross the seas and arrive in huge numbers on our shores.
It was believed tiny Goldcrests journeyed with them—riding on their backs!
Look up for the final Supermoon of the year.
Moonrise: 15:29*
November 15, 2024 at 12:17 PM
Love seeing the woodcocks in our local area. 🪶 such a striking birds!
Fascinating series of articles on the future of fishing in the Clyde Sea (Scotland): www.heraldscotland.com/opinion/2470...
'Until 1984, the whole Firth of Clyde was off limits to bottom-trawling'
The whole Firth of Clyde was once closed to bottom trawling. Forty years on, an inshore limit is desperately needed, says Hugh Raven, chair of Open…
www.heraldscotland.com
November 13, 2024 at 3:41 PM
Fascinating series of articles on the future of fishing in the Clyde Sea (Scotland): www.heraldscotland.com/opinion/2470...