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An explanation of the offshore SEA process, including documentation of the most recent assessment and related consultation.
Information and documents on the development of the East Marine Plans
Guidance on activities that may require a marine licence.
How to apply for a fisheries dispensation from UK laws to carry out scientific research from a fishing vessel in English waters.
Information on impact assessment requirements for marine licence applications.
This strategy outlines an initial assessment of our seas and characteristics, targets and indicators of Good Environmental Status (GES) in UK seas.
This section describes the mechanisms for assessing, monitoring, managing and taking action across our seas.
Highly Protected Marine Areas protect our diverse species and habitats around the English Coast.
The recovery of rare, threatened and important habitats and species in English waters is another step closer from today (Friday 22 March 2024).
Foresight project looking at the important future trends, challenges and opportunities for the UK from the sea.
This guidance outlines the circumstances under which a marine licence may be required from the marine management organisation.
This guidance outlines the circumstances under which a marine licence may be required from the Marine Management Organisation.
This strategy outlines the measures that contribute towards Good Environmental Status (GES) in UK seas.
The Celtic Sea and Western Channel Demersal Fisheries Management Plan (FMP) covers English and Welsh waters within ICES areas 7e, 7f, 7g and 7h.
Details of how to apply for a marine licence, what documents you need to provide, how much it costs and how long it will take
Details of how the first English marine plans were developed following the marine planning stepped process.
Marine Management Organisation has prioritised six ecologically significant inshore marine protected areas (MPAs) for assessment and management over the next year.
Details of sediment and sample analysis for marine licence applications.
How to notify the Marine Management Organisation that you are carrying out a seismic or geophysical survey.
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