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MMO byelaw covering specified areas in the following 13 marine protected areas.
Work out if your activity qualifies for the self-service marine licensing process
Guidance note to show how users, decision-makers and applicants could apply marine plans and use the Explore Marine Plans service
Marine Management Organisation guidance on the environmental benefits of advanced mooring systems over traditional moorings, as well as the consent and marine licencing process.
Published June 2021 the South West Inshore and South West Offshore Marine Plans provides guidance for sustainable development from the border with Wales to the River Dart in Devon.
The Celtic Sea and Western Channel demersal Fisheries Management Plan (FMP) covers English and Welsh waters within ICES areas 7e, 7f, 7g and 7h.
This page provides details of the efficacy and toxicity tests oil spill treatment products (OSTPs) must pass before being approved for use in UK waters, including information on the associated fees and methods for payment.
We have a team of experts who specialise in technical aspects of maritime baselines, limits, zones and boundaries.
Guidance for fish passes where existing obstructions prevent the safe passage of eel and elver travelling up stream.
Information on the UK's implementation of Data Collection Framework legislation (as amended in retained EU law)
How to notify the Marine Management Organisation that you are carrying out a seismic or geophysical survey.
Information about the Marine Conservation Zone (MCZ) designation at Cromer Shoal Chalk Beds, in the East of England.
This Marine Information Note (MIN) outlines the changes to HM Coastguard's provision of a flare disposal service from 31 December 2022.
Guidance on the technical conservation and landing obligation (discard ban) regulations for 2020. Including how the rules apply, selling undersize fish, reporting requirements and quota management.
Published June 2021 the South East Inshore Marine Plan provides guidance for sustainable development from Felixstowe in Suffolk to near Folkestone in Kent.
Regional Fisheries Groups (RFGs) are an initiative set up to enable the inshore fishing sector to come together to share views and promote collaborative working with organisations such as MMO, Defra, Cefas and local IFCAs.
MCA guidelines for ports to ensure a co-ordinated local and national response to an oil spill.
This guidance outlines the circumstances under which a marine licence may be required from the Marine Management Organisation.
Guide to the rules and regulations to know before performing sea-fishing activities to supply aquariums and zoos.
Research and development match-funding to support the design and development of near-commercial clean maritime solutions.
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