Licensing the pollution of marine protected areas

If the government is genuinely committed to marine conservation then activities which damage the Marine Protected Areas should be prohibited. Read more here.

‘Critically endangered’ angel sharks tagged in groundbreaking firsts

In a groundbreaking development for marine conservation in both Ireland and ‘across the world’, two rare angel sharks were successfully tagged and released by scientists from the Marine Institute in County Derry’s Tralee Bay. Read more here.

Protections account for around 10 percent of fish stocks on coral reefs

Research by Professor Joshua Cinner, looking at data from more than 2600 coral reefs across the globe, shows that marine conservation efforts have had a modest effect on fish stocks but more needs to be done to meet international commitments. Read more here.

The ‘blue economy’ myth: Why the ocean cannot be run like a business

The blue economy is the umbrella term that looks at the planet’s oceans from an economic perspective and refers to the sustainable use of ocean resources for economic growth, improved livelihoods, and jobs while preserving the health of ocean ecosystems. Read more here.

‘Huge environmental win’: Australia’s to protect 52% of its oceans, more than any other country

Coupled with other expansions of existing marine sanctuaries, it puts Australia on course to have 52% of its ocean territory protected, more than any other nation, by the end of the current administration’s term. Read more here.