“These voices from #Orkney & around Scotland show that protecting our marine environment & promoting the interests of coastal communities are fundamentally interconnected. That is a message that must inform policy & decisions going forward.” thehighlandtimes.com/orkney-coast... #CoastalTestimonies

Orkney 'Coastal Testimonies' Presented at The Scottish Parliament - The Highland Times

Scottish politicians have been urged to listen to ‘marginalised’ voices within coastal communities, as part of a major multi-media touring exhibition showcased at the Scottish Parliament featuring tes...

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In the past, sea angling in the Clyde thrived, which attracted sea anglers from all over and brought considerable financial gain to the local community. "In 1970 there was about 20 boats advertising 4 and 6 hour fishing trips and they filled them." www.largsandmillportnews.com/news/2492974...

Nostalgic hiring boats photo from Largs seafront is web hit

A nostalgic photo of the hiring boats on Largs seafront from over 45 years ago has brought back a flood of memories from readers.

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Welcome to our newest coalition member Raasay House 🌊

13,749 people have signed our petition calling for The Scottish Government to take action to recover #ourseas for the sake of coastal communities, sustainable fishers & future generations Join the call for action 👉 bit.ly/inshorelimit #InshoreLimit #BringBacktheFish

#CoastalTestimonies featured prominently in The Scot Parliament debate on the opportunities & challenges for Scotland’s fishing sector Scottish Govt need to prioritise sustainable, low-impact fishing & include fishers and coastal communities in decision-making about #OurSeas youtu.be/SXerooSfgxg

Fisheries debate #CoastalTestimonies 18/02/25

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Tim Eagle MSP amplifying the voices of low impact inshore fishermen in a Scottish Parliament debate on the challenges facing fishing #CoastalTestimonies scottishparliament.tv/meeting/meet...

🚨 CLOSING TODAY Tell the Scottish Government what you think about our inshore fisheries 🌊 Your voice is crucial in ensuring sustainable practices and a healthy marine environment Learn more 👉 bit.ly/IFCallForEvi...

Welcome to our newest coalition member Eda Frandsen Sailing Ltd ⛵️

🚨 One day left to tell @ScotGovMarine what you think about our inshore fisheries 🌊 Your voice is crucial in ensuring sustainable practices and a healthy marine environment Learn more 👉 bit.ly/IFCallForEvi...

🚨 Deadline 18/02 Marine Scotland's Call for Evidence on the state of inshore fisheries management is vital opportunity to shape the future of Scotland’s inshore fisheries. 🗣️ Your voice is crucial in ensuring sustainable practices and a healthy marine environment 👉 bit.ly/IFCallForEvi...

The Future of Scottish Inshore Fisheries: A Call for Change - #OurSeas

Scotland’s coastal waters are some of the most ecologically and economically important areas in the country. Covering 62,212 km², these inshore fisheries provide jobs, food, and a way of life for many...

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"When we look at policy that affects coastal communities, we need to make sure that those who live and work there are involved in the decision-making" Our #CoastalTestimonies parliament reception in this week’s Fishing News Read here 👉https://bit.ly/3QeuWfv

Welcome to our newest member Scottish Coastal Cleanup 🌊

🚨 Last day to respond to the #NationalMarinePlan consultation to have your say on the future of Scotland's seas. Read our response 👉 bit.ly/OurSeasNMP2 Submit your own by 7th Feb 👉 bit.ly/417aanh

A busy day today in Scottish Parliament for the last day of our #CoastalTestimonies exhibition. Thanks to the MSPs who took time to listen to what their constituents had to say about #OurSeas 👉 bit.ly/coastal_test... @nicolasturgeon.bsky.social @alastairmci.bsky.social @nickunderdown.bsky.social

Great to hear Rhoda Grant MSP standing up for young fishermen during yesterday’s Rural Affairs and Islands Committee session, calling for meaningful co-management that includes all voices 🌊 #CoastalTestimonies

🌊 Great to meet #OurSeas in Parliament this week. They are an alliance of Scottish organisations, businesses, communities and individuals that support a move to sustainable use of our coastal seas.

It's been a while since I attended Scot Parliament with Don to discuss & lobby MSPs , this evening we are joined by our better half's to keep an eye on our behaviour #OurSeas #CoastalTestimones @arrancoast.bsky.social

Thanks to Our Seas for inviting @uofgsbohvm.bsky.social scientists and hosting a wonderful and inspirational night in parliament to celebrate the #CoastalTestimonies project- which combines voices of those who care for the sea🌊🦀🐋and support the Our Seas Coalition cause. We need change. #thetimeisnow

An engaging discussion with @ourseas-scot.bsky.social on Scotland's coasts. 🌊 The current consultation for the National Marine Plan 2 needs to be comprehensive and the Scottish Government should not key sectors like fisheries. We need to protect our shores, from Portobello to Cramond.

We all have a stake in the seas, and all rely on it's recovery 🌊 👉 www.ourseas.scot #OurSeas #InshoreLimit