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Coastal Communities Network Scotland
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A network of local coastal community groups taking action to protect and better manage the marine environment. Scottish charity no. SC054249

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scotlink.bsky.social
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
November 14, 2025 at 12:08 PM
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fidrango.bsky.social
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...
October 1, 2025 at 11:35 AM
communitiesforseas.bsky.social
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...
New management measures for Priority Marine Features proposed - CCN Scotland
www.communitiesforseas.scot
October 2, 2025 at 3:57 PM
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whalesorg.bsky.social
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.
September 29, 2025 at 9:31 AM
communitiesforseas.bsky.social
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...
CCN Summer Newsletter 2025 - CCN Scotland
www.communitiesforseas.scot
August 12, 2025 at 12:45 PM
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theguardian.com
I’m obsessed with snorkelling in Scotland: starfish below, sea eagles overhead – and it really isn’t that cold
I’m obsessed with snorkelling in Scotland: starfish below, sea eagles overhead – and it really isn’t that cold
Developing snorkelling trails is part of my job, but I never tire of the teeming underwater life and seeing some of the least crowded parts of Britain’s coast
www.theguardian.com
July 29, 2025 at 11:36 AM
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theferret.scot
🔴 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...
Underwater close-up of a vibrant serpulid reef in Loch Creran, featuring spiral-shaped marine worms in red, green and white. Text overlay reads: “Ban on salmon farm polluting loch after 273 breaches.” Image credit to Graham Saunders and NatureScot, with The Ferret’s logo faintly visible in the top right corner.
July 29, 2025 at 7:00 AM
communitiesforseas.bsky.social
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...
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...
www.communitiesforseas.scot
July 28, 2025 at 12:37 PM
communitiesforseas.bsky.social
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 🐳
June 12, 2025 at 8:15 AM
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"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...
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.
www.bbc.co.uk
June 9, 2025 at 12:14 PM
communitiesforseas.bsky.social
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 🌊
June 8, 2025 at 10:29 AM
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🌊 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
June 8, 2025 at 7:28 AM
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howardlwood.bsky.social
Lots of community discussions & consultations about to start on #Arran @arrancoast.bsky.social
@naturescot.bsky.social
www.ardrossanherald.com/news/2520988...
Arran's COAST group lands £100k funding to help save marine life
Arran's COAST campaigners win £100k to expand community consultations in a crucial next step in restoring Scotland's sea life
www.ardrossanherald.com
June 4, 2025 at 2:33 PM
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theferret.scot
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...
June 3, 2025 at 11:00 AM
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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
Home Page - CCN Scotland
Welcome to the Coastal Communities Network.
www.communitiesforseas.scot
May 30, 2025 at 11:56 AM
communitiesforseas.bsky.social
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...
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.
www.communitiesforseas.scot
May 27, 2025 at 12:23 PM
communitiesforseas.bsky.social
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...
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...
www.communitiesforseas.scot
May 15, 2025 at 10:15 AM
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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...
May 13, 2025 at 12:58 PM
communitiesforseas.bsky.social
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
Vacancy page | KCN
Details of vacancies at KCN.
www.kintyrecoastalnetwork.org
May 12, 2025 at 1:31 PM
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youth4seas.bsky.social
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.
April 16, 2025 at 12:24 PM
communitiesforseas.bsky.social
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...
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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April 14, 2025 at 10:34 AM
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youth4seas.bsky.social
📣 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 🧠
April 9, 2025 at 12:43 PM
communitiesforseas.bsky.social
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
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!
www.morayoceancommunity.co.uk
April 9, 2025 at 9:24 AM
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youth4seas.bsky.social
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
March 31, 2025 at 8:58 AM
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scotlink.bsky.social
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...
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...
www.scotlink.org
March 28, 2025 at 11:58 AM