Marine protected areas (HC 221 of session 2014-15). Report, together with formal minutes relating to the report

Environmental Audit Committee

House of Commons, 2014
Marine protected areas (HC 221 of session 2014-15). Report, together with formal minutes relating to the report Download document

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Current

Supplement

Sustainability, Environment, Development & Planning

Series

Environmental Audit Committee

Abstract

Examines the situation surrounding the establishment of marine protected areas in UK waters, where Marine Conservation Zones (MCZs) have been introduced. Specifically looks at: the issues surrounding the creation of a network of Marine Conservation Zones, including the difficulties in gathering evidence and in balancing environmental and socio-economic interests; and how to achieve effective management, supervision and enforcement of the Zones, and the need for an effective strategic approach to the overall development of the network of Zones.

History

Related to the following: Marine protected areas revisited (HC 597 of session 2016-17). Report, together with formal minutes relating to the report (HOC, 2017).

ISBN

9780215073075

Subjects

  • Planning and development
  • Natural environment
  • Habitats
  • Environmental planning/land
  • Nature conservation

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