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This guidance outlines the circumstances under which a marine licence may be required from the MMO.
Guide to the rules and regulations to know before performing sea-fishing activities to supply aquariums and zoos.
This inshore marine conservation zone (MCZ) was designated on 21 November 2013. Another feature was added to this site on 31 May 2019.
Information on training courses from the Counter Pollution and Salvage team including who should attend, course content and objectives, and how to apply.
The byelaw for bottom towed fishing gear, including an impact assessment and charts.
Find out the measures the UK and EC are taking to reduce fishing industry threats to marine life, such as overfishing, finning, and bycatch
Guidance explaining the operational requirements for Inshore Vessel Monitoring Systems (I-VMS) under the fishing licence condition.
Laying telecommunications and power cables within UK territorial waters (up to 12 nautical miles) requires a marine licence.
This treaty was presented to Parliament in November 2021.
This inshore marine conservation zone (MCZ) was designated on 21 November 2013. Two features were added to this site on 31 May 2019.
Information about the Marine Conservation Zone (MCZ) designation at Bembridge, in the South East of England.
Information about the Marine Conservation Zone (MCZ) designation at Holderness Inshore, in the East of England.
The Marine Planning Monitoring Surveys ran from 11 November 2024 to 27 January 2025 and was developed to gain insights into the use of marine plans and the real-world effects that they may be having.
Find out what seascape character assessments are and how they can be used.
A project to create a methodology for stakeholders to consider Seascapes quality, value and capacity to accommodate change
A document outlining standards to be met by organisations delivering Tier 2 response services in the UK.
Use Natural England’s advice packages to find out if your activity, proposal or area has a potential impact on MPAs and the species and habitats within them.
Contact details for all enquiries relating to marine licences
Information on the UK's implementation of Data Collection Framework legislation (as amended in retained EU law)
How to apply for a several order or a regulating order: application process and documents required.
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