Why You Need a Wildlife Licence to Move a Healthy Seal

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Britain is home to two species of seals: the grey seal (Halichoerus grypus) and the common or harbour seal (Phoca vitulina). While they usually spend their time lounging on beaches to conserve energy, they occasionally wander into more hazardous environments.   They bounce …

The ocean is a climate ally: How the East Marine Plan can lead on climate action

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Sian McGuinness from the Marine Planning team discusses a new study “The opportunity for climate action through climate-smart Marine Spatial Planning”, led by Plymouth Marine Laboratory “After almost 100 years on the planet, I now understand the most important place …

Spotting and reporting Invasive Non-Native marine species

It’s Invasive Non-Native Species (INNS) week across the UK – a national effort to raise awareness of the threat invasive species pose to our environment, economy, and native wildlife. For those working on or near the water, especially fishers, you …

The East Marine Plan Statement of Public Participation (SPP) has been refreshed to highlight changes in the timeline

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An SPP, required under the Marine and Coastal Access Act 2009 (MACAA), is the contract between the MMO and our stakeholders which sets out how, when, and why we carry out engagement. An SPP also outlines what we will do …

New Video Released: Marine plan policy assessment in decision-making

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The Marine Planning Team are pleased to announce the release of a new video on marine plan-led decisions, now available to view on YouTube: Marine plan policy assessment in decision-making - YouTube This informative video is designed to support applicants, …

Coastal Marine Planners - Spring Edition

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We share highlights from across the marine plan areas, showcasing our engagement, events, and collaborative initiatives. From student workshops and coastal restoration to conference presentations and policy support, the coastal planners continue to champion sustainable marine management around our coast. …