Tag: Marine Conservation Society

Seasons greetings from Wardie Bay Beachwatch

I am extremely grateful to all of you who came to Wardie Bay this year to help clear it up for the sake of our local creatures & neighbours but also to contribute to the crucial MCS data which we know to be helping the case against marine litter at policy level (writes KAREN BATES). 

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Beach litter rises 6% around Scottish coasts in just a year, report reveals

With food and drinks litter accounting for up to 20% of all rubbish found on beaches, the UK’s leading marine charity has launched an appeal to the Scottish Government and others in UK calling for urgent action. The Marine Conservation Society says levies on disposables are needed NOW. Continue reading Beach litter rises 6% around Scottish coasts in just a year, report reveals