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This is a list of all forms needed to apply for a fishing vessel licence, update a fishing vessel licence, establish/transfer a licence entitlement, disaggregate a licence entitlement, apply for a Thames Estuary & Blackw…
Details of how to correctly sample and analyse sediment in support of a marine licence application.
Information to help you answer your query before you contact us.
Our flexible service can provide tidal information tailored to your specific requirements.
Information on the rules, regulations and restrictions for bass fishing from 1 January 2026,
The Marine Management Organisation (MMO) is responsible for managing fishing and marine non-licensable activities (mNLA) in England’s marine protected areas (MPAs). This includes ensuring fishing and mNLA management measures…
Information about impact assessments for marine licence applications.
Guidance to assist fishermen understand the role of I-VMS and their responsibilities.
An overview of the UKHO Archive, accessing our archive and ordering copies of archive material.
Stage 3 marine protected areas (MPA) site assessments and a methodology document.
Guidance on where marine licensing applies and what the key terms mean.
Navigation, passage planning, pilotage service, mooring details and charges for boaters using Rye Harbour.
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
Strategic compensatory measures available to offshore wind developers.
Find out about the different marine species and how they are protected UK wildlife legislation.
How to act responsibly around marine wildlife when you visit the coast.
How to carry out and use landscape and seascape character assessments.
The Blue Belt Programme supports the UK Overseas Territories with the protection and sustainable management of their marine environments.
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