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This page details the MMO’s work on the management of marine non-licensable activity in Studland Bay Marine Conservation Zone (MCZ).
In order to continue to export fisheries products to the United States (US), and to assist conservation efforts in mitigating marine mammal bycatch, the UK needs to comply with international standards for the conservation of…
Draft fishing gear impacts evidence documents for stage 3 marine protected areas (MPAs). Stage 3 will seek to assess and manage impacts of fishing on the 43 remaining MPAs with seabed features not already covered in stage 1 …
This Marine Information Note (MIN) outlines the changes to HM Coastguard's provision of a flare disposal service from 31 December 2022.
Enabling safe and sustainable marine economies across Commonwealth Small Island Developing States (SIDS).
An accelerated licensing process may apply to some applications for dredging activity.
How different types of fishing gear must be marked, what you must do if you lose your fishing gear, how to report lost fishing gear.
Map showing the East Inshore and East Offshore marine plan areas.
Information about the Marine Conservation Zone (MCZ) designation at Newquay and the Gannel, in the South West of England.
This guidance has been compiled to help recreational divers to ascertain whether diving activities may be licensable.
The Margate and Long Sands European Marine Site is off the east coast of England.
The West of Walney Marine Conservation Zone is off the North West coast of England.
I-VMS - Frequently asked questions
The Marine Management Organisation (MMO) is preparing to help our fishing and seafood industries to be ready to trade successfully in the international marketplace from 1st January 2021.
Details of how to report fishing activities, codes for different reports and common species, and extra details for vessel fishing in Norway.
Get conservation advice on the impact of activity on a marine site and find out the status of advice using the interactive map.
Offer of additional quota to vessels in the non-sector with over 10 metres: Category B, Category C and no-quota annex licences.
The byelaw for bottom towed fishing gear, including an impact assessment and charts.
Water safety information advising how to stay safe while visiting our waterways.
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