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The timeline illustrates how the assessment and approval process works once an application for a marine licence has been validated.
Information on the current rules applicable to Bluefin tuna in UK waters.
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.
This area covers ICES areas 7e, 7f and 7g; from St Alban’s Head, round the coast of Cornwall, including the Isles of Scilly and up to Bristol.
Work out if your activity qualifies for the self-service marine licensing process
This guidance outlines the circumstances under which a marine licence may be required from the marine management organisation.
How catch limits are set and how to get involved in setting them. This includes current catch limits and closed fishing areas.
How MMO byelaws are made and what they protect.
Who can fish commercially, who can buy and sell first-sale fish, how to report sales information.
These are the Marine licence requirements for construction activities taking place within the Marine Management Organisation's jurisdiction.
I-VMS - Frequently asked questions
This guidance outlines the circumstances under which a marine licence may be required from the Marine Management Organisation.
Map showing how England's inshore and offshore waters have been split into 11 marine plan areas.
The Blue Book is a single collection of UK and EU laws.
How to report marine pollution incidents, the response to an incident and how to get approval to use an oil spill treatment product.
Guidance note to show how users, decision-makers and applicants could apply marine plans and use the Explore Marine Plans service
Bluefin tuna (BFT) commercial fishery within UK waters.
Why you need a marine wildlife licence if you are going to disturb a protected species, how to apply and how to report an incident.
How data on landings statistics are collected and processed by fisheries administrations in the UK.
This page provides details of the efficacy and toxicity tests oil spill treatment products (OSTPs) must pass before being approved for use in UK waters, including information on the associated fees and methods for payment.
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