Charities urge UK High Seas Treaty action

Eighteen leading environmental charities and campaign groups have accused the UK government of moving too slowly on a landmark ocean conservation treaty, warning the delay could sideline Britain from crucial international decisions.

A striking new mural by Richt is unveiled in St Leonards-On-Sea, East Sussex, to celebrate the High Seas Treaty coming into force.

Eighteen leading environmental charities and campaign groups have accused the UK government of moving too slowly on a landmark ocean conservation treaty, warning the delay could sideline Britain from crucial international decisions.