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The UKHO has appointed Vanessa Blake, who has been Interim Chief Executive since May 2024, as its Chief Executive on a permanent basis.
鈥� Bill to be introduced by end of year to enable ratification of the treaty
Government proposals to ban bottom trawling in more vulnerable marine habitats aim to protect important and rare underwater life.
The Marine Management Organisation (MMO) is consulting on proposed fisheries management measures to protect some of England鈥檚 most sensitive marine ecosystems, habitats and species.
The latest round of the Fisheries and Seafood Scheme (FaSS) in now open, supporting projects that strengthen England鈥檚 seafood sector and support economic growth while enhancing nature recovery.
Fishers with an interest in the crawfish fishery in English waters of ICES area 7 are being urged to respond to a new consultation on a potential closure in 2025/2026. The consultation closes at midnight on 20 July 2025
Thanks to the Fisheries and Seafood Scheme (FaSS) a small scale coastal fishing business has been able to invest in safety upgrades, eco-friendly vessel maintenance and infrastructure to maintain catch quality and market val鈥�
The UK is stepping up its efforts to safeguard national security by leveraging AI to detect hostile state activity in the Arctic.
Mussel samples are a yardstick for coastal water quality. But with mussel numbers in decline, scientists are inventing new ways to sample waters.
The MMO have been given responsibility by Defra to manage the process of making appointments of General Members to IFCA Committees.聽
In response to the arrival of a solitary dolphin in Lyme Regis and observation of potential marine wildlife disturbances, MMO, Dorset Police and Dorset Wildlife Trust are issuing guidance under the banner of Operation Seabir鈥�
Storm headwall, coastal erosion protection and flood defences feature in the latest marine licences granted by MMO Marine Licensing team.
Marine Management Organisation (MMO) has re-opened the process to apply for permits for 2025鈥檚 bluefin tuna catch and release fishery.
The Marine Management Organisation (MMO) has secured the first successful prosecution for a contravention of an MMO marine protected area (MPA) byelaw.
The Harbour Masters鈥� Guide to Hydrographic and Maritime Information Exchange is a joint publication from the UKHO and the UK Harbour Masters鈥� Association.
UK Government statement on the sandeel Arbitration Tribunal鈥檚 final ruling in the UK-Sandeel case
The Fisheries and Seafood Scheme (FaSS) has supported the development of an innovative onboard machine to electrically stun and tail nephrops, improving animal welfare and working conditions in the UK scampi supply chain.
An action plan to support the cuttlefish fishery in English waters has been launched by Marine Management Organisation (MMO) following engagement with stakeholders.
Supporting the fishing industry in removing litter from the sea while promoting sustainable waste management practices.
Marine aggregates, scientific research and saltmarsh restoration feature in the latest applications granted by the MMO Marine Licensing team.
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