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The standard terms that apply when we charge for giving planning or marine licence advice.
Guidance for offshore wind developers on strategic compensation measures for offshore wind activities prior to the Marine Recovery Fund becoming operational.
The Canyons MCZ is located in the far south-west corner of the UK continental shelf.
Dogger Bank Special Area of Conservation is in the Southern North Sea, off the east coast of England.
How data on landings statistics are collected and processed by fisheries administrations in the UK.
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 to support vessel owners and licence holders of under-12 metre English vessels.
Certain vessels must use an acoustic deterrent device, known as a 'pinger', to reduce the level of dolphin and porpoise (cetacean) by-catch.
Overview of the Maritime and Coastguard Agency’s counter pollution equipment and stockpiles.
Map showing the East Inshore and East Offshore marine plan areas.
Guidance for the Fisheries and Seafood Scheme
Information on spraying oil spill dispersants, different products and equipment, training, and keeping records.
This inshore marine conservation zone (MCZ) was designated on 21 November 2013.
Information about the Marine Conservation Zone (MCZ) designation at Holderness Inshore, in the East of England.
Information about the Marine Conservation Zone (MCZ) designation at Newquay and the Gannel, in the South West of England.
Information about the Marine Conservation Zone (MCZ) designation at Studland Bay, in the South West of England.
This guidance has been compiled to help recreational divers to ascertain whether diving activities may be licensable.
Information on training courses from the Counter Pollution and Salvage team including who should attend, course content and objectives, and how to apply.
Guidance on the preparation of second generation Shoreline Management Plans (SMP).
Published June 2021 the North West Inshore and North West Offshore Marine Plans provides guidance for sustainable development from the border with Scotland to the border with Wales.
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