COMMUNITIES in countries facing some of the worst effects of climate change and declining ocean health will receive a share of £14 million in British funding.

The government said the money will support at least eight projects, including in Bangladesh, the Philippines and Ecuador.

In Ecuador, green LED lighting will be installed in fishing nets, which can be seen by turtles, sharks, rays and whales, preventing their bycatch.

Another initiative will support green company Eco Kolek to expand its inclusive waste recovery system to reach 12,000 households and small businesses across Puerto Pincesa City and the neighbouring island communities in the Philippines.

The Resiko Machine Shop will use the funding to roll out community-led, solar-powered recycling hubs, again in the Philippines.

This will turn marine and household plastic waste into products for local use and sale.

Women’s right group Badabon Sangho, in Bangladesh, will also receive money for its women-led fishing groups and co-operatives.

They will work to restore habitats, promote sustainable fishing practices and boost marine conservation.

The fund will aim to help divert an about 1,100 tonnes of plastic away from landfill and the marine environment.