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Policy to ensure that all existing and potential commercial fishing operations are managed in line with Article 6 of the Habitats Directive
A project to create a methodology for stakeholders to consider Seascapes quality, value and capacity to accommodate change
A project to improve baseline social information and to collect additional new information to support marine plans
MMO has carried out assessments on the impacts of fishing gear on protected features in Stage 3 MPAs as well as an assessment of the social and economic impacts of the proposed byelaws.
Stage 3 marine protected areas (MPA) site assessments and a methodology document.
The byelaw for bottom towed fishing gear, including an impact assessment and charts.
MMO is proposing management measures for offshore marine protected areas (MPAs) in The Eastern Channel region.
The Inner Dowsing, Race Bank and North Ridge MPA is located off the south Lincolnshire coast, encompassing a wide range of sandbank types and biogenic reef.
MMO is proposing management measures for offshore marine protected areas (MPAs) in The Irish Sea region.
UK and foreign vessels landings by UK port and UK vessel landings abroad: provisional data
UK National North Sea Cod Avoidance Plan
Outlining the consultation process for Harbour Orders
Apply for European Maritime and Fisheries Funds (EMFF) and download guidance documents and application forms.
Information about the available funding from the European Maritime and Fisheries Fund (EMFF) scheme
Learn about how the UK Managing Authority (UKMA) manage the European Maritime and Fisheries Fund (EMFF).
Information about generating energy offshore
This guidance can be used to assist your completion of a standard marine licence application within the MMO’s Marine Case Management System MCMS.
Information about the available funding from the Maritime and Fisheries Fund (MFF) scheme
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