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This Marine Policy Statement (MPS) is the framework for preparing Marine Plans and taking decisions affecting the marine environment.
Work out if your activity qualifies for the self-service marine licensing process
Guidance explaining operational requirements for Inshore Vessel Monitoring Systems (I-VMS) under the fishing licence condition.
The Celtic Sea and Western Channel demersal Fisheries Management Plan (FMP) covers English and Welsh waters within ICES areas 7e, 7f, 7g and 7h.
Information to support commercial fishers on under 12 metre English vessels.
This page details the MMO’s work on the management of marine non-licensable activity in Studland Bay Marine Conservation Zone (MCZ).
Information on responding to an oil spill including your options, how to get a product approved and how long it will take.
Issues with Supporting Evidence’ final report.
Navigation, passage planning, pilotage service, mooring details and charges for boaters using Rye Harbour.
Find out about the different marine species and how they are protected UK wildlife legislation.
How MMO byelaws are made and what they protect.
I-VMS - Frequently asked questions
This guidance outlines the circumstances under which a marine licence may be required from the Marine Management Organisation.
MCA guidelines for ports to ensure a co-ordinated local and national response to an oil spill.
Published June 2021 the North East Inshore and North East Offshore Marine Plans provides guidance for sustainable development from the Scottish Border to Flamborough Head in Yorkshire.
Map showing how England's inshore and offshore waters have been split into 11 marine plan areas.
We have a team of experts who specialise in technical aspects of maritime baselines, limits, zones and boundaries.
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.
MMO byelaw covering specified areas in the following 13 marine protected areas.
Marine plan for the east inshore and east offshore marine areas
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