Calum Duncan

Head of Policy & Advocacy @mcsuk | Convenor @ScotLINK Marine Group @SaveScotsSeas | #Seasearch diver/tutor | Tweets/views own

[Calum Duncan @CalumDuncanMCS]

Absolutely delighted to be here to celebrate a WIN for #RestorationForth - we @mcsuk v proud partner! - in Coast and Waters Award at #NatureofScot Awards!

Thank you @WWFScotland @EdinburghShore @HeriotWattUni @ProjectSeagrass for bringing us all together! 🎥 @catgodders 👏💙🦪

[Marine Conservation Society @mcsuk]

In just a few months it's the Scottish Elections - a critical moment and we're working to ensure that the ocean gets the attention that it deserves 🌊

We're calling on Scottish Government to take these 5 bold actions: https://t.co/VgdGVPm8cs

#ScottishElections

[Marine Conservation Society @mcsuk]

We were pleased to attend the launch of the Environmental Improvement Plan for England with @EmmaHardyMP and @DefraGovUK

With our seas under pressure, the PFAS Plan is welcome. Now we must ensure it translates into urgent action to protect our seas

https://t.co/qy85nX2xtl

[Marine Conservation Society @mcsuk]

COP30 wrapped up last week - but what about the ocean? From bold commitments to gaps that still need action, we dive into how the ocean featured in climate negotiations and why it’s central to the fight against climate change 🌍

Read the full insights👇https://t.co/MHpah8vqER

[Marine Conservation Society @mcsuk]

A huge thank you to The Prince of Wales for taking the time to visit with some of our passionate young volunteers today, and for being such a strong advocate for our seas 💙🌊

[Marine Conservation Society @mcsuk]

The Bathing Water results for England are out 🌊 These show which beaches, rivers and lakes meet the minimum standards required to be considered safe to 'bathe' in

- 93% sites met at least 'Minimum' standards
- 66% met the ‘Excellent’ standard
- 7% rated as ‘Poor’

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[Marine Conservation Society @mcsuk]

News that major manufacturers plan to phase out PFAS forever chemicals is good for the ocean.
But, we urgently need UK Government to ban PFAS in consumer products, starting with firefighting foam, followed by a universal restriction.

More on our work: https://t.co/I3993BoLZB

[Calum Duncan @CalumDuncanMCS]

Historymakers

[Scotland National Team @ScotlandNT]

🗣️ "We want this more than they do."

📺 Watch Scotland: embedded here: https://t.co/GKdmTtqt8J

#SCODEN

[Calum Duncan @CalumDuncanMCS]

Great summary here of Water Commission report on England and Wales 👇

[Marine Conservation Society @mcsuk]

On Monday, the Independent Water Commission released a report featuring 88 recommendations to transform our water system.

We take a look at some of the key highlights in the report and what they mean for our seas in our latest blog 👉 https://t.co/7Qnry9C2aQ

[Marine Conservation Society @mcsuk]

We support the @GOVUK position to keep in place the restriction on sandeel fishing in English waters 🐟

Sandeels are an important fish for the health of the North Sea where they are food for many animals, such as puffins.

📸 Kevin Morgans

👉 https://t.co/NN6PcvaAdF

[Deep Sea Conservation Coalition @DeepSeaConserve]

🚨 #DeepSeaMining risks irreversible damage to our deep sea, Earth’s largest carbon sink, yet barely studied. Scientists warn of permanent species loss, but the full impact remains unknown. The risk is too great!

📢 Join the movement! #StopTheMachines https://t.co/FtfnhjIZMR

[Marine Conservation Society @mcsuk]

Do you know how the #ocean is protecting us against #ClimateChange?
- It captures & stores around 25% of the CO2 we release
- Absorbs 90% of the heat produced by emissions
- Prevents & reduces coastal erosion
- Helps us generate renewable energy
Read more: https://t.co/b9Wuqy84Wn

[Calum Duncan @CalumDuncanMCS]

The four UK governments launched updated Part One of UK Marine Strategy. At best we are standing still on ocean protection & at worst going backward.

In 2018, only 4 of 15 indicators of Good Environmental Status were met. In 2024 this dropped to just 2.

https://t.co/vadXhuqyYJ

[Calum Duncan @CalumDuncanMCS]

Great piece on marine conservation pioneers Don McNeish and Howard Wood 🌊💙👇 https://t.co/inE7q9og89

[Marine Conservation Society @mcsuk]

All eyes are on Nice next week as world leaders will gather for the #UNOceanConference and we'll be there!

We’ll be joining the #BlueMarch on June 7, calling on leaders to take bold action to protect the ocean, including ratifying the High Seas Treaty now!

#UNOC3

[Calum Duncan @CalumDuncanMCS]

A thriving blue economy needs healthy seas which means that important areas for nature & ecosystem services need proper protection. I highlighted to @SP_RuralAffairs that 200 of 233 MPAs are still awaiting management measures. https://t.co/euoJZRYDGa

[Calum Duncan @CalumDuncanMCS]

Another fantastic milestone! 🦪🎉

[Marine Conservation Society @mcsuk]

Exciting conservation project update 📣 With the help of some incredible volunteers, the Restoration Forth project has deployed 10,000 more European flat oysters into the Firth of Forth - bringing the total introduced to over 40,000!

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[Marine Conservation Society @mcsuk]

Our thoughts first and foremost are with all those affected by the oil tanker and cargo ship collision.
The Humber Estuary and The Wash are home to thousands of seabirds, making this potential oil spill and chemical leak a major threat to one of our most important ecosystems.

[Marine Conservation Society @mcsuk]

Our Head of Policy & Conservation, @CalumDuncanMCS shares, “Seeing humpback whales in UK seas is incredibly special. We’re thrilled to see these majestic creatures returning to our shores, likely to feed, as they migrate between tropical breeding and northerly feeding grounds...

[Calum Duncan @CalumDuncanMCS]

@BD_Stew @CF_Conf @mcsuk Good to see you Bryce!

[Calum Duncan @CalumDuncanMCS]

Great to be @CF_Conf & hear keynote speech from UK Minister for Water & Flooding Emma Hardy to hear marine plans for England. Recognition 2024 MPA targets missed & welcome announcement of UK Marine Strategy Part 3 being published today. @mcsuk proud to co-sponsor this key conf!🌊

[Calum Duncan @CalumDuncanMCS]

Congratulations @Ffion_Mitchell on winning the Bob Earll Early career impact on ocean and coastal management at @CF_Conf & a barnstorming speech encouraging those in positions of power to give young people an opportunity! Well done! 👏🌊