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For applicants who wish to conduct marine scientific research in the UK (including UK Overseas Territories).
The South Marine Plans were published on 17 July 2018.
How to apply for a fisheries dispensation from UK laws to carry out scientific research from a fishing vessel in English waters.
Short-term study to develop a spatial model to map areas of marine recreation potential to help inform the marine planning process.
Updates from the MMO Marine Planning team (Spring 2024).
Open data is important for invigorating the economy, making efficiencies and delivering open government.
The project aimed to develop a national dataset of sites that are suitable for habitat restoration or creation. The dataset provides information to inform policy development that can help increase the amount of ecologically important habitat, where appropriate and in...
The timeline illustrates how the assessment and approval process works once an application for a marine licence has been validated.
Plans to revamp the regulatory environment around key technologies have been announced by Science and Tech Secretary, at the Global Investment Summit.
First published during the 2022 to 2024 Sunak Conservative government
The relationship between marine biodiversity and poverty is complex, context-specific and dynamic
The aim of this project was to provide evidence to support the inclusion of environmental remediation approaches in the draft South marine plans.
We oversee the work of the Marine Science Co-ordination Committee (MSCC) and report on how the MSCC is carrying out the UK Marine Science Strategy.
This project was funded by the FCO’s Prosperity Fund and undertaken by UK company Aquatera ltd, with the support of Chilean associates.
The Marine and Aviation Insurance (War Risks) Fund account's annual report for 2020 to 2021.
First published during the 2019 to 2022 Johnson Conservative government
Apply for a marine engine operator licence (MEOL) to work in certain engineering roles on merchant vessels.
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