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Aliens, monks and cannibals – update on marine wildlife crime enforcement

Posted by: Amy Wardlaw, MMO, Posted on: 7 December 2017 - Categories: marine conservation

The MMO presented an update on our marine wildlife crime enforcement work at the annual Wildlife Crime Enforcers Conference.

Bluefin tuna in UK waters

Posted by: Amy Wardlaw, MMO, Posted on: 4 September 2017 - Categories: marine conservation

Reports have again been received of bluefin tuna appearing in UK waters.

Why do I need a licence to remove lost, abandoned or discarded fishing gear from the sea bed?

Posted by: Matthew Kinmond, MMO, Posted on: 23 August 2017 - Categories: Coastal, marine conservation, marine licensing

Our Senior Marine Licensing Manager Matthew Kinmond answers this question.

guidance on seal watching

Posted by: Amy Wardlaw, MMO, Posted on: 11 August 2016 - Categories: marine conservation

Getting close to seals is best avoided for all concerned. This for both the welfare of the animal and also the person involved.