The primary role of the Fish Health Inspectorate (FHI) is to safeguard the health of fish and shellfish in England and Wales by controlling serious listed diseases and assessing/intervening in emerging disease threats. They authorise the activities of fish and …
Have you ever walked along a beach and noticed pieces of plastic waste washed up along the shore? Don’t walk past it. There might be valuable scientific data attached (as well as removing litter from the beach being the right …
Aquatic invasive non‑native species can disrupt the delicate balance of our ecosystems, displacing native wildlife and altering habitats. From spreading diseases to creating new competition, their impacts can be far-reaching. In our increasingly connected world, these species are spreading more easily than ever, and climate …
Throughout this year’s Invasive Species Week, an annual event organised by the GB Non-Native Species Secretariat (GB NNSS), we have explored the many detrimental impacts invasive non-native species can have on our ecosystems and society. Whilst prevention remains the most …
Invasive non-native species, both plants and animals, threaten our native wildlife, natural ecosystems, economy, health, and interfere with activities we enjoy. Invasive Species Week is led by the GB Non Native Species Secretariat and is an annual event to raise …
There is an increasing awareness that marine debris, particularly plastic, is more than an eyesore on our beaches. Recent research has shown that it could also transport species, including non-native species, large distances. Plastic has a lower buoyancy than seawater …
Those working to protect our Nation’s biodiversity couldn’t do their job without the additional eyes and ears of the public. One way the public can assist is by reporting unusual and new sightings of flora and fauna, but have you …
The annual Invasive Species Week is taking place between the 15th and 21st May 2023, led by the GB Non-Native Species Secretariat (NNSS) with many organisations taking the opportunity to raise awareness of the issues and work that is being …
The annual Invasive Species Week is taking place between the 16 and 22 May 2022, led by the GB Non-Native Species Secretariat (NNSS) with many organisations taking the opportunity to raise awareness of the issues and what work is being done to address invasive …
The annual Invasive Species Week is taking place between the 24th and 30th May 2021, led by the GB Non-Native Species Secretariat (NNSS) with many organisations taking the opportunity to raise awareness of the issues and what work is being …