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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…
Bluefin tuna (BFT) commercial fishery within UK waters.
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…
News on application processes for the 2026 Bluefin tuna (BFT) commercial and recreational fisheries is now available.
Find out how the new Fishing and Coastal Growth Fund (FCGF) will support UK fishing businesses and coastal communities.
Information on the different types of commercial fishing vessel licences.
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.
Navigation, passage planning, pilotage service, mooring details and charges for boaters using Rye Harbour.
Guidance to assist fishermen understand the role of I-VMS and their responsibilities.
As a Public Authority, the UKHO makes relevant data sets available in compliance with the ‘Infrastructure for Spatial Information in Europe’ (INSPIRE) initiative.
Guidance on where marine licensing applies and what the key terms mean.
Information on the current rules applicable to Bluefin tuna in UK waters.
This guidance explains when you need a marine licence for activities carried out in ABNJ including the requirements, exemptions and how to apply.
How to carry out and use landscape and seascape character assessments.
Map showing how England's inshore and offshore waters have been split into 11 marine plan areas.
Fees information for the different marine licences and associated work.
Understand how to compensate for environmental harm caused by offshore wind projects.
The Blue Book is a single collection of UK and EU laws.
Information on the rules, regulations and restrictions for bass fishing from 1 January 2026,
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