we are the voice for wild fish in welsh waters
S&TC Cymru work to secure the protection that our beautiful Welsh water environments deserve. Some of our key achievements include:
S&TC CYMRU CAMPAIGNS
Riverfly Census
A benchmark for river life
Water insects are the foundation for life in our rivers and streams.
We are unlocking their potential as indicators of river health to help understand what’s really happening under the surface and better protect our fish and water life.
Our first Welsh samples have been taken in three well-known rivers; keep watch to see how their story unfolds!
Forestry
Keeping land issues out of water
Activities on land cannot be considered in isolation of the water environment and forestry is no exception to this.
In Wales, non-native conifer forestry next to rivers is a common occurrence, causing numerous issues.
Explore how we have worked to give our watery places and wild fish relief from the effects of poorly operated forestry
Living Rivers
Reviving our watery places
Rivers are more than just water - they are homes for wildlife.
Poor farming practices are a big problem for Welsh waters, but with your help we can create a sustainable water environment.
We are influencing post CAP agricultural grants and subsidies so they are paid as rewards for protecting the environment, particularly in Welsh river systems.
S&TC CYMRU NEWS
THE RUSH TO FRACK = DAMAGE TO OUR ENVIRONMENT
S&TA endorses report on risks posed by fracking and urges much stronger safeguards to protect fragile ecosystems The Salmon & Trout Association (S&TA) today joins with other leading countryside groups to launch "Are We Fit to Frack?" – an important report on the shale gas industry. It highlights a lack […] Read More
DEAD IN THE WATER
Environmental groups have today welcomed the announcement from Government today that effectively puts a stop to plans to build a barrage across the Severn Estuary. Janina Gray, from the Salmon & Trout Association, said: “Today we welcome the Governments response to Halfren Power’s proposal to build a Severn barrage and […] Read More
S&TA WELCOMES GOVERNMENT PLANS FOR COMPULSORY WATER METERS
A necessary first step to conserve a precious and irreplaceable resource The government order, recently announced, requiring water companies servicing one-third of the UK to consider installing water meters in each household and to charge consumers for all the water they use has been broadly welcomed by the Salmon & […] Read More
SEVERN BARRAGE SHOULD NOW BE CANNED SAY ENVIRONMENTAL GROUPS
Environmental groups are calling on Hafren Power to call time on their ill-conceived proposal for a barrage across the Severn, in order to make room for more sustainable renewable power proposals. Today’s report from the Energy and Climate Change Select Committee concludes that Hafren Power failed to make the economic […] Read More
END OVERFISHING, DEMAND 217 CIVIL SOCIETY GROUPS OF EU
BRUSSELS – As negotiations on the reform of the European Union’s Common Fisheries Policy, or CFP, enter the final and decisive stage, more than 217 civil society groups are calling on EU fisheries ministers to support an end to overfishing and the speedy restoration of fish stocks. On February 6, […] Read More
"VALUING OUR FRESHWATERS" PUBLICATION LAUNCHED
"Valuing our freshwaters" was launched at the Senedd on the 27th February 2013. The event was organised by Wales Environment Link (WEL) and sponsored by Dafydd Ellis-Thomas AM who is Chair of the Welsh Government Environment and Sustainability Committee. The launch was well attended by Environment Committee members, civil servants, […] Read More
PROPOSED SEVERN BARRAGE COULD BE "ABSOLUTELY DEVASTATING" MPs TOLD
The Wildfowl & Wetlands Trust (WWT), National Trust, RSPB and Angling Trust, representing a consortium of the major environmental organisations including Salmon & Trout Association, WWF, the Wildlife Trusts, Wye & Usk Foundation, Marine Conservation Society, Severn Rivers Trust and Campaign to Protect Rural England, told the House of Commons […] Read More
‘ACIDIFYING’ FORESTRY PROPOSALS SCRAPPED
Salmon & Trout Association and Carmarthenshire Rivers Trust express relief as threat of acidification of Tywi headwaters recedes The Salmon & Trout Association (S&TA) and the Carmarthenshire Rivers Trust (CRT) are delighted with the withdrawal of the Bryn Brawd forestry proposals. These threatened the headwaters of the Tywi with further […] Read More
NGOs meet with Peter Hain to raise concerns about Severn Barrage
A group of environmental and angling Non-Governmental Organisations (NGOs) met today with Peter Hain MP to raise their concerns about the impact of a tidal power barrage which he is championing for the Severn Estuary. The Severn Estuary is one of the largest estuaries in Europe and is of international […] Read More
Launch of UK Crayfish website
The UK Crayfish website www.crayfish.org.uk, brings together up to date information about the UK’s only native crayfish, the White-clawed crayfish (Austropotamobuis pallipes) and its conservation. Also provided is a range of information about non-native crayfish species, their impacts and control. The website contains both professional and public channels to ensure […] Read More
On the brink: Conservationists reveal the rivers still suffering
Last week the Environment Agency released a list of the ten most improved rivers in England and Wales. Conservationists have criticised the report saying it presents a rosy view of river health and ignores the many waterways struggling with pollution, over abstraction and other threats. Last week the Environment Agency […] Read More
DOES A PROPOSED HYDROPOWER SCHEME CONCERN YOU?
Are you worried that the cumulative effects of multiple hydro schemes in one catchment have not been sufficiently considered? Has sufficient protection been given to ensure schemes will not adversely impact fish populations? Should a fish passage be paid for by the developer? These are some of the important considerations […] Read More
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By donating or joining as a member you will be making a huge contribution to the fight to protect the UK's waters and ensure a sustainable future for wild fish.