JOIN THE OCEAN COUNCIL

If you're a Reform UK councillor, join our Ocean Council — a first-of-its-kind network of councillors across the UK advocating for UK waters and coastal communities in local government. Joining is the best way to gain the understanding, resources, and ongoing support you need to champion these issues where it matters most — so come make waves with us.

As an Ocean Council member, you'll be invited to attend our events, including The Big Blue Reception at Reform UK's annual conference, bringing together councillors from across the country to discuss the future of Britain's waters and coastal communities, alongside Friends of the Ocean's Annual World Oceans Reception in June and Year-End Reception in December — both held in Parliament.

Alongside these events, membership means access to tailored support and resources for your role as a councillor, including training webinars and the chance to learn from fellow councillors tackling similar issues in their own area.

Membership is completely free. If you're a Reform UK councillor ready to put British waters and coastal communities at the heart of local government, take a look at the benefits of joining below, and complete the form to become a member.

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Ocean council member Benefits

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    Party Conference Events

    Ocean Council Members are invited to our flagship event at Reform UK's conference — The Big Blue Reception — bringing together Members of Parliament, councillors, members, and senior party figures to discuss the future of Britain's waters and coastal communities.

    This growing tradition gives members a chance to hear from leading voices within Reform UK, put questions to speakers directly, and connect with others who share a passion for our oceans and coastal communities.

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    Parliamentary Events

    Ocean Council Members are invited to our parliamentary events, giving them a direct line into the conversations shaping ocean and coastal policy in Westminster. This includes access to Friends of the Ocean's two flagship parliamentary events — the Annual World Oceans Reception in June and Year-End Reception in December.

    These events place ocean and coastal issues at the heart of Westminster, giving members the chance to be part of conversations shaping the future of our waters and coastal communities.

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    COUNCILLOR SUPPORT & RESOURCES

    As part of this first-of-its-kind network of Reform UK councillors from across the UK, members receive the resources and ongoing support needed to champion ocean and coastal issues in local government.

    This includes webinars and in-person trainings, practical guidance, policy briefings, and real examples from councillors tackling these issues in other areas — together giving you everything you need to lead on ocean and coastal issues in your council, backed by a network of colleagues who share your commitment.

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    Community & Social Events

    Beyond our formal events, Ocean Council members are invited to more relaxed social gatherings throughout the year, offering a chance to get to know fellow members in a welcoming, informal setting away from the world of politics.

    This includes pub meet-ups and social drinks across the country, giving members the chance to build lasting connections with others who share a genuine passion for Britain's waters and coastal communities — because this movement is as much about people as it is about policy.

READY TO BECOME An ocean council MEMBER?

Simply fill out the form to join the Ocean Council — it's completely free, and we'll be in touch with everything you need to know.