It is the last couple of days to enter the 2019 Underwater Photographer of the Year competition. The contest features 10 international and 4 British geographical categories and this year’s deadline for entries is 4 January. Chair of the judges, Alex Mustard says: “In addition to the classic categories we’re introducing a new award for the Marine Conservation Photographer of the Year, where both underwater and above water images illustration marine conservation issues can be entered. This new category is free to enter!”

Last year’s contest attracted over 5000 entries.