Lord Duncan serves as Deputy Speaker of the House of Lords, bringing extensive experience in environmental and maritime policy.

His background includes serving as Minister for Climate Change and as a member of the European Parliament, where he was spokesman on Energy & Climate Change and Fisheries. His expertise spans environmental policy, public health, and fisheries management, informed by his previous role as Secretary of the Scottish Fishermen's Federation.

Nusrat Ghani is the Member of Parliament for Sussex Weald and serves as Chairman of Ways and Means, the senior Deputy Speaker of the House of Commons.

With extensive experience in maritime affairs, including her former role as Maritime Minister, she brings valuable insight to ocean conservation efforts. She continues her commitment to environmental protection while serving as a Trustee of The Seafarers' Charity.

Baroness Owen is a life peer in the House of Lords, bringing a strong interest in energy and environmental policy.

In addition to her work in Parliament, she serves as Vice-President of Better Earth, an initiative dedicated to accelerating the global transition to clean energy and supporting nature-positive solutions. This work coordinates private sector efforts to advance sustainability, with a focus on practical pathways to decarbonisation.

Rebecca Smith MP is the Conservative MP for South West Devon and a passionate advocate for environmental protection.

Before entering Parliament, Rebecca served as a Councillor in Plymouth, where she was Chair of the Planning Committee and Cabinet Member for Homes and Communities. A committed member of the Conservative Environment Network and a Vice-Chair of the Environment APPG, Rebecca champions policies that safeguard nature and support coastal communities.

Dame Caroline Dinenage serves as Member of Parliament for Gosport and chairs the Culture, Media and Sport Committee, while also holding a position on the Liaison Committee.

Throughout her parliamentary career, Caroline has championed environmental causes and coastal community interests, bringing valuable legislative experience to ocean conservation initiatives.

Mims Davies serves as Member of Parliament for East Grinstead and Uckfield, holding the positions of Shadow Minister for Women and Shadow Secretary of State for Wales.

She maintains a strong commitment to ocean protection and environmental conservation, recognising the vital role of oceans in supporting global livelihoods and ecosystems.

Alicia Kearns serves as Member of Parliament for Rutland and Stamford, currently holding positions as Shadow Parliamentary Under Secretary for the Home Office and Opposition Whip.

Her expertise in international affairs and security brings a valuable perspective to ocean conservation efforts.

Tim Loughton previously served as the Member of Parliament for East Worthing and Shoreham and has held a variety of roles including Shadow Minister for Environment.

In his local area, Tim played a key role in protecting 300 square kilometres of seabed from trawling off the Sussex coast - a measure which will allow essential habitats, such as kelp forests, to regenerate.

Selaine Saxby previously served as the Member of Parliament for North Devon.

During her time in Parliament, Selaine was a strong advocate for the ocean and led on campaigns in Westminster and at constituency level.

Simon Jupp previously served as Member of Parliament for East Devon.

During his parliamentary career, he was an advocate for Levelling Up Coastal Communities and ocean conservation, bringing his experience in communications and international relations to environmental advocacy.

Anthony Mangnall previously served as Member of Parliament for Totnes and sat on the International Trade Select Committee.

During his time in Parliament, he was a strong advocate for local fishermen and the Totnes Fisheries and those on the River Dart.

Caroline Ansell previously served as Member of Parliament for Eastbourne, making history as the first woman to represent her constituency in Parliament.

She brings valuable experience as a coastal politician to Conservative Friends of the Ocean, having first served at Local Government level.

Elliott Colburn previously served as Member of Parliament for Carshalton and Wallington.

During his time in Parliament, he sat on several Parliamentary Committees including the Women's and Equalities committee and Petitions Committee. Elliot now champions mental health in his role at The Samaritans

Ruth Edwards previously served as Member of Parliament for Rushcliffe and Parliamentary Private Secretary to the Secretary of State for Scotland.

During her time in Parliament, she was a passionate advocate for environmental protection, campaigning extensively for better protection of domestic waters and the creation of a global ocean treaty. She also co-chaired the All-Party Parliamentary Group for Geographically Protected Foods.

Rebecca Pow previously served as Member of Parliament for Taunton Deane and as a DEFRA minister, where she played a crucial role in delivering the historic Environment Bill.

Her experience in fighting for better protections for our oceans on the world stage continues to be an invaluable asset to ocean conservation efforts.

Steve Double previously served as Member of Parliament for St Austell and Newquay and as a DEFRA minister.

Representing the home of British Surfing, he led many campaigns to help clean up our oceans and coastlines, and served as Lord Commissioner of the Treasury.

Nicola Richards previously served as Member of Parliament for West Bromwich East and as Private Parliamentary Secretary in the Department of Transport.

A strong advocate for equality and environmental protection, she now serves as Director of Government Relations at Cratus, bringing her parliamentary experience to bear on environmental and social policy matters.

Sally-Ann Hart previously served as Member of Parliament for Hastings and Rye.

During her time in Parliament, she chaired the Ocean All-Party Parliamentary Group, working to support and promote ocean research and awareness, and to develop a greater understanding of the ocean's role in tackling climate change.goes here