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Planning Scotland’s Seas
July 25, 2013 by Marine Scotland Communications 1 Comment | Category Marine Directorate general, Marine Planning
Marine Scotland has launched a joint marine consultation today that will help decide how Scotland’s seas are managed in the future.
The joint consultation includes:
- Scotland’s first National Marine Plan which will provide a single framework to manage all activity in Scottish waters. This will provide clarity to developers and decision makers on Scotland’s priorities for sustainable use of the sea
- Proposals for a network of new Nature Conservation Marine Protected Areas (MPAs) which if designated would increase protection for Scotland’s iconic marine species and habitats
- Draft sectorial marine plans which will guide development of a sustainable and successful offshore renewable energy industry in Scotland
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