Time is running out until 10 January 2026, when the new EU Illegal, Unreported, and Unregulated (IUU) fishing regulations come into effect. We’re supporting all those involved in the UK seafood supply chain, so they can prepare and adopt to …
Compared to the process that produced marine plans published in 2021, let alone the preparation of the first marine plan (for the East) in 2014, there are now other strategic and spatial planning initiatives and projects in play. Notable examples …
We are pleased to share that the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero has published a new guidance document, The Consenting Lifecycle of Marine Geological CO₂ Stores. The MMO has been closely involved in shaping this guidance, with our …
Members of the Marine Planning team and the Evidence and Evaluation team from the Marine Management Organisation (MMO) attended the Coastal Partnership Network (CPN) conference in Liverpool held in October. The CPN provide support for collaboration work across the UK …
The South West Coastal Planners from the Marine Planning team recently attended the Royal Town Planning Institute (RTPI) conference in Exeter, joining sessions on planning conditions, flood risk standing advice from the Environment Agency, and Nature-Based Solutions. These discussions offered …
The Marine Planning Team have published the ‘East Marine Plan development engagement summary report’ concluding this period of engagement. What does the report say? The report details stakeholder insights on drafted plan policies and spatial prescription opportunities for the East …
Many in the fishing industry are aware that EU IUU regulatory changes are on the horizon. But one crucial component of these changes requires more attention: processing statements. From 10 January 2026, far more businesses will need them than ever …
Our mission is to safeguard England’s marine environment while supporting a thriving and sustainable fishing industry. One way we can achieve this is through the implementation and enforcement of byelaws within our offshore marine protected areas (MPAs). Our MPA byelaws …
The UK seafood industry is no stranger to challenge. From regulatory, to environmental, economic, and market challenges, our fishers, merchants, processors and exporters have consistently shown their resilience and ability to adapt. As we prepare for another significant change - …
For those who work at sea, Harbour porpoises are a familiar sight around our coast. They have a wide diet, feeding mostly on fish, including sandeels, herring and whiting, as well as on squid and crustaceans. As predators they help …
In summer 2023 we engaged with the fishing industry on fisheries mapping carried out by the MMO Marine Planning Team. We’ve now incorporated stakeholder feedback through an update to the fisheries mapping work. Amongst some of the key points you …