take action for scottish seas
14th july 2008: MCS is delighted that the Scottish Government today launches its consultation on a Scottish Marine Bill, for which MCS in Scotland has been tirelessly campaigning for many years. Add your voice to the calls for a Scottish Marine Bill with the environment at its heart by visiting http://www.savescottishseas.org/. >> read more

third of all reef coral species under threat
10th july 2008: A major new report in Science reveals that a third of the world's reef building coral species risk extinction, from climate change and other impacts. This alarming picture is the outcome of an assessment by a group of scientists, including MCS's Dr Liz Wood >> read more

turtle bag tops sunday express trendometer
6th july 2008: "M&S has brought Turtle Power to the weekly shop with their new organic bag in aid of the Marine Conservation Society". Join the rush for a turtle bag! Buy yours instore at M&S, or from the online MCS shop.

silver jubilee 2008
MCS is celebrating our relationship with our seas and beaches - please help us to create a lasting testimony by sharing your memories, and perhaps a favourite photo at the beach in our Sea&Me Gallery >> read more

powerboat danger
21st june 2008: a round britain powerboat race has been re-routed to avoid hazardous collisions with basking sharks following mcs' advice - concern remains for other marine wildlife >> read more

protection for special site
19th june 2008: MCS welcomes new protection measures announced by Defra today to protect the wildlife-rich reefs of Lyme Bay, off the South Devon/Dorset coast. About 10% of the bay is now closed to trawl and scallop fisheries >> read more

bbc springwatch sealife special
16th june 2008: Presenter Kate Humble is hosting a sealife special edition of BBC Spring Watch at 8pm on BBC2, Monday 16th June. MCS has helped the researchers and producers of the programme put together a real showcase for our fabulous undersea life.