Motion · S6M-20031 · 4 Dec 2025
Forth Oyster Restoration Project Success
The motion
That the Parliament welcomes the latest findings from the Restoration Forth Project, which has involved the relocation of nearly 47,000 European flat oysters from Loch Ryan to the Firth of Forth since 2023; notes that the oysters are thriving, with an average survival rate of 88%; further notes that this marks the first verified presence of oysters in the Firth of Forth since 1957; recognises the vital role that oysters play in laying the groundwork for a healthier marine ecosystem and a brighter future for Scotland’s seas; commends the efforts of Heriot-Watt University, the Marine Conservation Society, volunteers and local communities in delivering this success, and believes that this work significantly contributes to Scotland’s ocean recovery and wider environmental commitments.
Supporters (14)
- Jeremy Balfour 4 Dec 2025
- Colin Beattie Scottish National Party 4 Dec 2025
- Stephanie Callaghan 4 Dec 2025
- Kenneth Gibson No Party Affiliation 4 Dec 2025
- Jamie Hepburn Scottish National Party 4 Dec 2025
- Bill Kidd 4 Dec 2025
- Liam McArthur Scottish Liberal Democrats 4 Dec 2025
- Paul McLennan Scottish National Party 4 Dec 2025
- Stuart McMillan Scottish National Party 4 Dec 2025
- Kevin Stewart 4 Dec 2025
- David Torrance Scottish National Party 4 Dec 2025
- Paul Sweeney Scottish Labour 5 Dec 2025
- Clare Adamson Scottish National Party 8 Dec 2025
- Fulton MacGregor Scottish National Party 8 Dec 2025
Source: the Scottish Parliament motions and amendments record.