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Latest updates on the progress of fisheries management plans (FMPs), focusing on goals and management led by the Marine Management Organisation (MMO).
Information and guidance on UK seagrass, the value of this important marine habitat and the Marine Management Organisation's role in supporting its protection and recovery in England.
An overview of the UKHO Archive, accessing our archive and ordering copies of archive material.
Applications and guidance for the 2025 Bluefin tuna (BFT) commercial and recreational fisheries is now available.
As a Public Authority, the UKHO makes relevant data sets available in compliance with the ‘Infrastructure for Spatial Information in Europe’ (INSPIRE) initiative.
Strategic compensatory measures available to offshore wind developers.
Research and development match-funding to support the design and development of near-commercial clean maritime solutions.
How to export or move fish for human consumption from the UK.
The Blue Book is a single collection of UK and EU laws.
How to apply for a commercial domestic fishing licence for vessels 10m and under
The Blue Belt Programme supports the UK Overseas Territories with the protection and sustainable management of their marine environments.
Guidance on where marine licensing applies and what the key terms mean.
Wreck and salvage laws, the role of the Receiver of the Wreck, wreck owners and salvors and how to report wreck material.
Our flexible service can provide tidal information tailored to your specific requirements.
Harbour Orders are a form of delegated legislation made under the Harbours Act 1964 (HA 1964), which either amends existing harbour legislation or introduces new harbour legislation.
Find out how to create a Defra account so you can notify the Marine Management Organisation (MMO) about an exempt activity.
Contact details for all enquiries relating to marine licences
New EU Illegal, Unreported, and Unregulated fishing (IUU) requirements mean that UK exporters now need to provide additional information on catch certificates and other IUU documents. The changes detailed below had been inco…
Work out if your activity qualifies for the self-service marine licensing process
Guidance on the environmental benefits of advanced mooring systems over traditional moorings, as well as the consent and marine licencing process.
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