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National Marine Week 2024

National Marine Week

National Marine Week has now ended for 2024. This year’s theme was 'Sea' the Connection and we highlighted how as an island nation we are all closely connected to the sea and why a healthy thriving marine environment matters.

'Sea' the Connection

Our map shows how people across the UK connect to our seas: through livelihoods, hobbies, memories and special experiences. You can add your own connection to the map using the form below!

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Take action at home to help marine wildlife!

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Do a litter pick or beach clean!

Be a wildlife saviour and do a litter pick or beach clean!

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How to conserve water

If we all do our part in saving precious water supplies, we can make a huge difference for the environment.

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How to use less plastic

Plastic waste and its damaging effect on our seas and natural world has been big news recently. Here's what you can you do about it…

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Seas in crisis

Plastic-strewn beaches, fisheries on the verge of collapse and the ever growing effects of global climate change.

What The Wildlife Trusts are doing

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