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I-VMS licence condition in effect
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Marine Management Organisation (MMO) confirms I-VMS licence condition in effect from 12 May 2025.
The Marine Management Organisation (MMO) has secured the first successful prosecution for a contravention of an MMO marine protected area (MPA) byelaw.
Cuttlefish plan launched
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An action plan to support the cuttlefish fishery in English waters has been launched by Marine Management Organisation (MMO) following engagement with stakeholders.
Marine aggregate extraction, saltmarsh footbridge and research project all given green light by MMO
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Marine aggregates, scientific research and saltmarsh restoration feature in the latest applications granted by the MMO Marine Licensing team.
Temporary closure queen scallops
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Queen scallop fishing in ICES sub areas 6a and 7a will be closed from 1 April to 30 June 2025 to protect spawning stocks.
A public inquiry will be held to consider the application by the Port of London Authority for a harbour revision order.
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The Marine Management Organisation (MMO) was created in 2009 by the Marine and Coastal Access Act.
MMO is an executive non-departmental public body, sponsored by the Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs.
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NE4 7YH
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