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Consultation Outcome Published 22 Dec 2021 Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs ↗ View on GOV.UK

Marine Protected Areas: draft guidance for developing compensatory measures

Defra is seeking views on best practice guidance for developing compensatory measures in Marine Protected Areas (MPAs). We are keen to hear from marine industries affected by the consenting process.

Opened 22 Jul 2021
Closed 30 Sep 2021
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We want to know what you think about the proposed guidance for developing compensatory measures. We are particularly keen to hear from marine industries affected by the consenting process on how applicable and feasible the guidance is. We have developed this guidance to assist:

  • regulatory bodies
  • statutory nature conservation bodies
  • other public authorities whose functions may affect MPAs
  • marine developers

The proposed guidance aims to help these groups consider how to reduce and mitigate impacts on the marine environment within MPAs and, when applicable, how to deliver compensatory measures.