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The Blue Belt Programme supports the UK Overseas Territories with the protection and sustainable management of their marine environments.
This Marine Policy Statement (MPS) is the framework for preparing Marine Plans and taking decisions affecting the marine environment.
Information on the current rules applicable to Bluefin tuna in UK waters.
Overview of the Maritime and Coastguard Agency’s counter pollution equipment and stockpiles.
Find out which activities may be exempt from requiring a marine licence and what you need to do in such circumstances.
Applications and guidance for the 2025 Bluefin tuna (BFT) commercial fishery is now available. Information on the English catch and release recreational fishery will be available in April.
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.
I-VMS - Frequently asked questions
Find out about the different marine species and how they are protected UK wildlife legislation.
How to carry out and use landscape and seascape character assessments.
This guidance outlines the circumstances under which a marine licence may be required from the Marine Management Organisation.
How to apply for a commercial domestic fishing licence for vessels 10m and under
As a Public Authority, the UKHO makes relevant data sets available in compliance with the ‘Infrastructure for Spatial Information in Europe’ (INSPIRE) initiative.
Information to support commercial fishers on under 12 metre English vessels.
The timeline illustrates how the assessment and approval process works once an application for a marine licence has been validated.
Our flexible service can provide tidal information tailored to your specific requirements.
Fees information for the different marine licences and associated work.
Map showing how England's inshore and offshore waters have been split into 11 marine plan areas.
This guidance outlines the circumstances under which a marine licence may be required from the marine management organisation.
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