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Find out about the aims of the UK Seafood Fund, what funding is available, and how to apply for it.
How MMO byelaws are made and what they protect.
The systematic survey of the UK’s coastal waters
Find out about the different marine species and how they are protected UK wildlife legislation.
Guidance to assist fishers understand how and when I-VMS will be delivered in English waters, how it may affect them, their responsibilities, and the steps they need to consider.
We have a team of experts who specialise in technical aspects of maritime baselines, limits, zones and boundaries.
Published June 2021 the North East Inshore and North East Offshore Marine Plans provides guidance for sustainable development from the Scottish Border to Flamborough Head in Yorkshire.
Work out if your activity qualifies for the self-service marine licensing process
The timeline illustrates how the assessment and approval process works once an application for a marine licence has been validated.
The South Marine Plans were published on 17 July 2018.
Find out about funding available through the Infrastructure Scheme.
Setting out how regulatory bodies can co-ordinate the separate processes for coastal development consents in England.
MMO byelaw covering specified areas in the following 13 marine protected areas.
The Marine Management Organisation (MMO) has published its 2030 Strategic Plan for healthy, productive seas and coasts.
How to report marine pollution incidents, the response to an incident and how to get approval to use an oil spill treatment product.
Navigation, passage planning, pilotage service, mooring details and charges for boaters using Rye Harbour.
Get conservation advice on the impact of activity on a marine site and find out the status of advice using the interactive map.
Published June 2021 the North West Inshore and North West Offshore Marine Plans provides guidance for sustainable development from the border with Scotland to the border with Wales.
Information about the Marine Conservation Zone (MCZ) designation at Coquet to St Mary's, in the North East of England.
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