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Marine and Coastal Access Act 2009 (Cap. 23).

Country/Territory
United Kingdom
Territorial subdivision
England
Document type
Legislation
Date
2009
Source
FAO, FAOLEX
Long title
An Act to make provision in relation to marine functions and activities; to make provision about migratory and freshwater fish; to make provision for and in connection with the establishment of an English coastal walking route and of rights of access to land near the English coast; to enable the making of Assembly Measures in relation to Welsh coastal routes for recreational journeys and rights of access to land near the Welsh coast; to make further provision in relation to Natural England and the Countryside Council for Wales; to make provision in relation to works which are detrimental to navigation; to amend the Harbours Act 1964; and for connected purposes.
Subject
Fisheries, Land & soil, Sea, Wild species & ecosystems
Keyword
Fishery management and conservation Marine fisheries Inland fisheries Enforcement/compliance Coastal zone management Land-use planning Basic legislation Policy/planning Maritime zone Territorial sea EEZ-Exclusive Economic Zone Sovereignty Marine area Marine protected areas Protected area
Geographical area
Atlantic Ocean Islands, Europe, Europe and Central Asia, North Atlantic, North Sea, North-East Atlantic, Northern Europe
Abstract

The Act introduces a new system of marine management. The Act includes provision changing the system for licensing the carrying on of activities in the marine environment. It also provides for the designation of conservation zones. It changes the way marine fisheries are managed at a national and a local level and modifies the way licensing, conservation and fisheries rules are enforced. It allows for designation of an Exclusive Economic Zone for the UK, and for the creation of a Welsh Zone in the sea adjacent to Wales. The Act also amends the system for managing migratory and freshwater fish, and enables recreational access to the English and Welsh coast.

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References - Legislation

Amends

Natural Environment and Rural Communities Act 2006 (2006 Chapter 16).

Legislation | United Kingdom | 2006

Keyword: Agricultural development, Biodiversity, Protection of environment, Pesticides, Environmental planning, Cultural heritage, Hazardous substances, Policy/planning, Inland waters, Institution, Ecosystem preservation, Management/conservation, Birds, Alien species, National parks, Protected area

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Planning Act 2008 (Cap. 29).

Legislation | United Kingdom | 2008

Keyword: Land-use planning, Environmental planning, Institution, EIA, Expropriation, Basic legislation, Policy/planning, Waste management, Waterworks, Effluent waste water/discharge, Pollution control, Freshwater pollution

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Coast Protection Act, 1949 (Cap. 74).

Legislation | United Kingdom | 1949 (2020)

Keyword: Protected area, Public land, Expropriation, Erosion, Basic legislation, Coastal zone management, Institution, Navigation, Policy/planning

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Sea Fish (Conservation) Act 1967 (Chapter 84).

Legislation | United Kingdom | 1967 (2020)

Keyword: Marine fisheries, Fishery management and conservation, Landing, Size, Fishing gear/fishing method, Enforcement/compliance, Offences/penalties, Fishing authorization, Authorization/permit

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Sea Fisheries (Shellfish) Act, 1967.

Legislation | United Kingdom | 1967

Keyword: Marine fisheries, Fishery management and conservation, Crustaceans, Molluscs, Aquatic animals

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Fishery Limits Act 1976.

Legislation | United Kingdom | 1976

Keyword: Marine fisheries, Access right, Foreign fishing, Offences/penalties, Fishing authorization, Fishery management and conservation, Authorization/permit, Maritime zone, EEZ-Exclusive Economic Zone, Sovereignty

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Sea Fisheries (Wildlife Conservation) Act 1992.

Legislation | United Kingdom | 1992

Keyword: Marine fisheries, Wild flora, Protection of species

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Water Act 1989 (Chapter 15).

Legislation | United Kingdom | 1989 (2017)

Keyword: Inland fisheries, Pollution control, Soil pollution/quality, Basic legislation, Institution, Non-governmental entity, River basin institution, Freshwater pollution, Flood, Navigation, Water conservation zone, Water supply, Water quality standards, Sewerage, Freshwater resources management

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Fisheries Act 1981 (Chapter 29).

Legislation | United Kingdom | 1981 (2018)

Keyword: Basic legislation, Marine fisheries, Inland fisheries, Institution, Tax/levy, Special fund, Subsidy/incentive, Size, Transshipment, Enforcement/compliance, Policy/planning, Marine mammals, Fishery management and conservation, Offences/penalties, Fishing authorization, Authorization/permit

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Territorial Sea Act 1987 (Chapter 49).

Legislation | United Kingdom | 1987

Keyword: Maritime zone, Territorial sea, Sovereignty

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Water Consolidation (Consequential Provisions) Act 1991 (c. 60).

Legislation | United Kingdom | 1991

Keyword: Marine fisheries, Inland fisheries, Migratory species, Enforcement/compliance, Offences/penalties, Land-use planning, Water supply, Waterworks, Drainage/land reclamation

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Wildlife and Countryside Act 1981 (Chapter 69).

Legislation | United Kingdom | 1981 (2020)

Keyword: Framework law, Management/conservation, Protected area, National parks, Birds, Hunting/capture, Endangered species, Protection of species

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Environment Act 1995 (Chapter 25).

Legislation | United Kingdom | 1995 (2021)

Keyword: Air quality/air pollution, Environmental standards, Pollution control, Standards, Protection of environment, Framework law, Basic legislation, Institution, Environmental planning, EIA, Offences/penalties, Cultural heritage, Policy/planning, Marine fisheries, Soil pollution/quality, Certification, Legal proceedings/administrative proceedings, Soil rehabilitation, Waste management, Flood, Drainage/land reclamation, Freshwater pollution, Sustainable use, Protected area, National parks

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Environmental Protection Act 1990 (Chapter 43).

Legislation | United Kingdom | 1990 (2019)

Keyword: Framework law, Institution, Environmental planning, Education, Policy/planning, Soil pollution/quality, Waste management, Waste disposal

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Implemented by

Marine Licensing (Exempted Activities) Order (Northern Ireland) 2011 (S.R. No. 78 of 2011).

Legislation | United Kingdom | 2011

Keyword: Marine pollution, Fishery management and conservation, Mariculture, Crustaceans, Stock enhancement/repopulation, Authorization/permit, Aquatic animals, Ecosystem preservation, Legal proceedings/administrative proceedings, Protected area, Marine protected areas, Wetlands

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Marine Licensing (Exempted Activities) (Scottish Inshore Region) Order 2011 (S.S.I. No. 204 of 2011).

Legislation | United Kingdom | 2011

Keyword: Marine pollution, Fishery management and conservation, Mariculture, Crustaceans, Stock enhancement/repopulation, Authorization/permit, Aquatic animals, Ecosystem preservation, Legal proceedings/administrative proceedings, Protected area, Marine protected areas, Wetlands

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Marine and Coastal Access Act 2009 (Commencement No. 1 and Transitional Provisions) Order 2009 (S.I. No. 3345 (C. 153) of 2009).

Legislation | United Kingdom | 2009

Keyword: Fishery management and conservation, Marine fisheries, Inland fisheries, Enforcement/compliance, Coastal zone management, Land-use planning, Policy/planning, Maritime zone, Territorial sea, EEZ-Exclusive Economic Zone, Marine area, Marine protected areas, Protected area

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Marine and Coastal Access Act 2009 (Commencement No. 2 and Transitional Provisions) Order 2010 (S.I. No. 298 (C. 23) of 2010).

Legislation | United Kingdom | 2010

Keyword: Coastal zone management, Renewable energy

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Offshore Marine Conservation (Natural Habitats, c.) (Amendment) Regulations 2010 (S.I. No. 491 of 2010).

Legislation | United Kingdom | 2010

Keyword: Protection of habitats, Institution, Monitoring, Authorization/permit

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Coastal Access Reports (Consideration and Modification Procedure) (England) Regulations 2010 (S.I. No. 1976 of 2010).

Legislation | United Kingdom | 2010

Keyword: Land-use planning, Data collection/reporting, Coastal zone management

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

North Eastern Inshore Fisheries and Conservation Order (S.I. No. 2193 of 2010).

Legislation | United Kingdom | 2010

Keyword: Marine fisheries, Fishery management and conservation, Coastal zone management, Institution

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Northumberland Inshore Fisheries and Conservation Order (S.I. No. 2197 of 2010).

Legislation | United Kingdom | 2010

Keyword: Marine fisheries, Fishery management and conservation, Coastal zone management, Institution

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Kent and Essex Inshore Fisheries and Conservation Order (S.I. No. 2190 of 2010).

Legislation | United Kingdom | 2010

Keyword: Marine fisheries, Fishery management and conservation, Coastal zone management, Institution

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Eastern Inshore Fisheries and Conservation Order 2010 (S.I. No. 2189 of 2010).

Legislation | United Kingdom | 2010

Keyword: Marine fisheries, Fishery management and conservation, Coastal zone management, Institution

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Cornwall Inshore Fisheries and Conservation Order 2010 (S.I. No. 2188 of 2010).

Legislation | United Kingdom | 2010

Keyword: Marine fisheries, Inland fisheries, Fishery management and conservation, Coastal zone management, Institution

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

North Western Inshore Fisheries and Conservation Order 2010 (S.I. No. 2200 of 2010).

Legislation | United Kingdom | 2010

Keyword: Marine fisheries, Fishery management and conservation, Coastal zone management, Institution

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Southern Inshore Fisheries and Conservation Order 2010 (S.I. No. 2198 of 2010).

Legislation | United Kingdom | 2010

Keyword: Marine fisheries, Fishery management and conservation, Coastal zone management, Institution

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Sussex Inshore Fisheries and Conservation Order 2010 (S.I. No. 2199 of 2010).

Legislation | United Kingdom | 2010

Keyword: Marine fisheries, Fishery management and conservation, Coastal zone management, Institution

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Devon and Severn Inshore Fisheries and Conservation Order 2010 (S.I. No. 2212 of 2010).

Legislation | United Kingdom | 2010

Keyword: Marine fisheries, Fishery management and conservation, Coastal zone management, Institution

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Isles of Scilly Inshore Fisheries and Conservation Order 2010 (S.I. No. 2213 of 2010).

Legislation | United Kingdom | 2010

Keyword: Marine fisheries, Fishery management and conservation, Coastal zone management, Institution

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Marine and Coastal Access Act 2009 (Commencement No.4 and Transitional Provisions) Order 2010 (S.I. No. 2195 (C. 110) of 2010).

Legislation | United Kingdom | 2010

Keyword: Institution, Coastal zone management

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Marine Licensing (Exempted Activities) (Wales) Order 2011 (W.S.I. No. 559 (W.81) of 2011).

Legislation | United Kingdom | 2011

Keyword: Marine pollution, Fishery management and conservation, Mariculture, Crustaceans, Stock enhancement/repopulation, Authorization/permit, Aquatic animals, Ecosystem preservation, Legal proceedings/administrative proceedings, Protected area, Marine protected areas, Wetlands

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Marine and Coastal Access Act 2009 (Transitional and Savings Provisions) Order 2011(S.I. No. 603 of 2011).

Legislation | United Kingdom | 2011

Keyword: Institution, Coastal zone management

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Marine and Coastal Access Act 2009 (Commencement No.5, Consequential and Transitional Provisions) Order 2011 (S.I. No. 556 (C. 19) of 2011).

Legislation | United Kingdom | 2011

Keyword: Fishery management and conservation, Coastal zone management, EIA, Authorization/permit

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Marine Licensing (Exempted Activities) Order 2011 (S.I. No. 409 of 2011).

Legislation | United Kingdom | 2011

Keyword: Marine pollution, Fishery management and conservation, Mariculture, Crustaceans, Stock enhancement/repopulation, Authorization/permit, Aquatic animals, Ecosystem preservation, Legal proceedings/administrative proceedings, Protected area, Marine protected areas

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Marine and Coastal Access Act 2009 (Consequential Provisions) (Wales) (No. 2) Order 2010 (W.S.I. No. Marine and Coastal Access Act 2009 (Consequential Provisions) (Wales) (No. 2) Order (W.S.I. No. 2916 (W.241) of 2010).

Legislation | United Kingdom | 2010

Keyword: Institution, Coastal zone management

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Marine Licensing (Civil Sanctions) Order (Northern Ireland) 2011 (S.R. No. 81 of 2011).

Legislation | United Kingdom | 2011

Keyword: Marine pollution, Ecosystem preservation, Legal proceedings/administrative proceedings, Authorization/permit, Offences/penalties

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Marine Licensing (Register of Licensing Information) Regulations (Northern Ireland) 2011 (S.R. No. 79 of 2011).

Legislation | United Kingdom | 2011

Keyword: Marine pollution, Ecosystem preservation, Legal proceedings/administrative proceedings

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Marine Licensing (Appeals) Regulations (Northern Ireland) 2011 (S.R. No. 80 of 2011).

Legislation | United Kingdom | 2011

Keyword: Marine pollution, Ecosystem preservation, Legal proceedings/administrative proceedings

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Cockles and Mussels (Specified Area) (Wales) Order 2011 (W.S.I. No. 1988 (W.219) of 2011).

Legislation | United Kingdom | 2011

Keyword: Marine fisheries, Fishery management and conservation, Molluscs, Fishing authorization, Authorization/permit

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Conservation of Habitats and Species Regulations 2010 (S.I. No. 490 of 2010).

Legislation | United Kingdom | 2010

Keyword: Coastal zone management, EIA, Expropriation, Management/conservation, Protected area, Birds, Protection of habitats, Ecosystem preservation, Marine protected areas, Enforcement/compliance, Protection of species

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Marine Management Organisation (Prescription of Powers to Fix Fees and Charges) Order 2010 (S.I. No. 603 of 2010).

Legislation | United Kingdom | 2010

Keyword: Coastal zone management, Land-use planning, Tax/levy, Protection of habitats

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Marine and Coastal Access Act 2009 (Commencement No. 1, Consequential, Transitional and Savings Provisions) (England and Wales) Order 2010 (S.I. No. 630 (C. 42) of 2010).

Legislation | United Kingdom | 2010

Keyword: Institution, Cartilaginous fishes, Coastal zone management

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

North Western and North Wales Sea Fisheries District (Consequential and Transitional Provisions) Order 2010 (S.I. No. 631 of 2010).

Legislation | United Kingdom | 2010

Keyword: Institution, Coastal zone management

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Marine Licensing (Register of Licensing Information) (Scotland) Regulations 2011 (S.S.I. No. 80 of 2011).

Legislation | United Kingdom | 2011

Keyword: Marine pollution, Coastal zone management, EIA, Authorization/permit, Registration, Offences/penalties

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Marine Licensing (Licence Application Appeals) Regulations 2011 (S.I. No. 934 of 2011).

Legislation | United Kingdom | 2011

Keyword: Marine pollution, Ecosystem preservation, Legal proceedings/administrative proceedings

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Marine Licensing (Register of Licensing Information) (Wales) Regulations 2011 (W.S.I. No. 557 (W.79) of 2011).

Legislation | United Kingdom | 2011

Keyword: Marine pollution, Ecosystem preservation, Legal proceedings/administrative proceedings

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Marine Licensing (Appeals Against Licensing Decisions) (Wales) Regulations 2011 (W.S.I. No. 925 (W.134) of 2011).

Legislation | United Kingdom | 2011

Keyword: Marine pollution, Ecosystem preservation, Legal proceedings/administrative proceedings

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Marine Licensing (Civil Sanctions) (Wales) Order 2011 (W.S.I. No. 924 (W.133) of 2011).

Legislation | United Kingdom | 2011

Keyword: Marine pollution, Ecosystem preservation, Legal proceedings/administrative proceedings, Authorization/permit, Offences/penalties

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Marine Licensing (Notices Appeals) (Wales) Regulations 2011 (W.S.I. No. 923 (W.132) of 2011).

Legislation | United Kingdom | 2011

Keyword: Marine pollution, Ecosystem preservation, Legal proceedings/administrative proceedings

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Marine Licensing (Delegation of Functions) Order 2011 (S.I. No. 627 of 2011).

Legislation | United Kingdom | 2011

Keyword: Marine pollution, Ecosystem preservation, Institution, Authorization/permit, Environmental fees/charges

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Marine Licensing (Notices Appeals) Regulations 2011 (S.I. No. 936 of 2011).

Legislation | United Kingdom | 2011

Keyword: Marine pollution, Ecosystem preservation, Legal proceedings/administrative proceedings

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Marine Licensing (Register of Licensing Information) Regulations 2011 (S.I. No. 424 of 2011).

Legislation | United Kingdom | 2011

Keyword: Marine pollution, Ecosystem preservation, Legal proceedings/administrative proceedings

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Marine and Coastal Access Act 2009 (Consequential Provisions) (Wales) Order 2010 (W.S.I. No. 1410 (W.125) of 2010).

Legislation | United Kingdom | 2010

Keyword: Offences/penalties, Coastal zone management

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Marine Licensing (Application Fees) Regulations 2014 (S.I. No. 615 of 2014).

Legislation | United Kingdom | 2014

Keyword: Marine pollution, EIA, Environmental fees/charges, Protection of habitats, Ecosystem preservation, Wetlands

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Skerries Bank and Surrounds Marine Conservation Zone Designation Order 2013 (S.I. No. 19 of 2013).

Legislation | United Kingdom | 2013

Keyword: Crustaceans, Aquatic animals, Ecosystem preservation, Protected area, Protection of habitats, Marine protected areas, Coastal zone management

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Torbay Marine Conservation Zone Designation Order 2013 (S.I. No. 25 of 2013).

Legislation | United Kingdom | 2013

Keyword: Molluscs, Coastal zone management, Protected area, Marine protected areas, Protection of habitats, Aquatic animals

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Tamar Estuary Marine Conservation Zones Designation Order 2013 (S.I. No. 23 of 2013).

Legislation | United Kingdom | 2013

Keyword: Molluscs, Marine fishes, Marine fisheries, Coastal zone management, Protected area, Marine protected areas, Protection of habitats, Aquatic animals

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Thanet Coast Marine Conservation Zone Designation Order 2013 (S.I. No. 24 of 2013).

Legislation | United Kingdom | 2013

Keyword: Molluscs, Coastal zone management, Protected area, Marine protected areas, Protection of habitats, Aquatic animals

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Poole Rocks Marine Conservation Zone Designation Order 2013 (S.I. No. 18 of 2013).

Legislation | United Kingdom | 2013

Keyword: Molluscs, Ecosystem preservation, Protected area, Protection of habitats, Marine protected areas, Aquatic animals, Coastal zone management

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

South-West Deeps (West) Marine Conservation Zone Designation Order 2013 (S.I. No. 21 of 2013).

Legislation | United Kingdom | 2013

Keyword: Coastal zone management, Ecosystem preservation, Protected area, Protection of habitats, Marine protected areas

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Swallow Sand Marine Conservation Zone Designation Order 2013 (S.I. No. 22 of 2013).

Legislation | United Kingdom | 2013

Keyword: Coastal zone management, Ecosystem preservation, Protected area, Protection of habitats, Marine protected areas

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

South Dorset Marine Conservation Zone Designation Order 2013 (S.I. No. 20 of 2013).

Legislation | United Kingdom | 2013

Keyword: Coastal zone management, Protected area, Ecosystem preservation, Marine protected areas, Protection of habitats

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Exclusive Economic Zone Order 2013 (S.I. No. 3161 of 2013).

Legislation | United Kingdom | 2013

Keyword: Maritime zone, EEZ-Exclusive Economic Zone, Sovereignty

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Fishery Limits (Revocation) Order 2013 (S.I. No. 3163 of 2013).

Legislation | United Kingdom | 2013

Keyword: Maritime zone, EEZ-Exclusive Economic Zone, Sovereignty

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Upper Fowey and Pont Pill Marine Conservation Zones Designation Order 2013 (S.I. No. 26 of 2013).

Legislation | United Kingdom | 2013

Keyword: Ecosystem preservation, Protected area, Coastal zone management, Marine protected areas, Protection of habitats

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Whitsand and Looe Bay Marine Conservation Zone Designation Order 2013 (S.I. No. 27 of 2013).

Legislation | United Kingdom | 2013

Keyword: Marine fisheries, Fishery management and conservation, Coastal zone management

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Marine Licensing (Fees) (Scotland) Regulations 2011 (S.S.I. No. 78 of 2011).

Legislation | United Kingdom | 2011

Keyword: Pollution control, Environmental fees/charges, Royalties/fees, Authorization/permit

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Marine and Coastal Access Act 2009 (Transitional Provisions) Order 2012 (S.I. No. 698 of 2012).

Legislation | United Kingdom | 2012

Keyword: Coastal zone management, EIA, Protected area, Protection of habitats

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Marine Licensing (Delegation of Functions) (Wales) Order 2013 (W.S.I. No. No. 414 (W.50) of 2013).

Legislation | United Kingdom | 2013

Keyword: Marine pollution, Ecosystem preservation, Institution, Authorization/permit, Registration, Legal proceedings/administrative proceedings

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Keeping and Introduction of Fish (England and River Esk Catchment Area) Regulations 2015 (S.I. No. 10 of 2015).

Legislation | United Kingdom | 2015

Keyword: Alien species, Freshwater fishes, Stock enhancement/repopulation, Aquaculture, International trade, Authorization/permit, Offences/penalties, Fishery management and conservation

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Public Bodies (Marine Management Organisation) (Fees) Order 2014 (S.I. No. 2555 of 2014).

Legislation | United Kingdom | 2014

Keyword: Coastal zone management, Land-use planning, Tax/levy, Authorization/permit, Royalties/fees, Protection of habitats

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Marine and Coastal Access Act 2009 (Commencement and Consequential Provisions) (Wales) Order 2014 (S.I. No. No. 3088 (W. 309) (C. 131) of 2014).

Legislation | United Kingdom | 2014

Keyword: Fishery management and conservation, Coastal zone management, EIA, Authorization/permit

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Merchant Shipping (Prevention of Pollution) (Limits) Regulations 2014 (S.I. No. 3306 of 2014).

Legislation | United Kingdom | 2014

Keyword: Ecosystem preservation, Coastal zone management, Marine pollution, Maritime zone, EEZ-Exclusive Economic Zone

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Merchant Shipping (Prevention of Oil Pollution) Regulations 2019 (S.I. No. 42 of 2019).

Legislation | United Kingdom | 2019

Keyword: Ecosystem preservation, Coastal zone management, Marine pollution, Maritime zone, EEZ-Exclusive Economic Zone

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Conservation of Habitats and Species Regulations 2017 (S.I. No. 1012 of 2017).

Legislation | United Kingdom | 2017

Keyword: Coastal zone management, EIA, Sustainable development, Expropriation, Sustainable use, Waterworks, Freshwater resources management, Biodiversity, Management/conservation, Protected area, Birds, Protection of habitats, Ecosystem preservation, Marine protected areas, Protection of species, Enforcement/compliance, Offences/penalties

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Sea Fishing (Enforcement and Miscellaneous Provisions) Order 2015 (No. 191 of 2015).

Legislation | United Kingdom | 2018

Keyword: Fishery management and conservation, Marine fisheries, Enforcement/compliance, Cartilaginous fishes, Foreign fishing

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Marine Licensing (Delegation of Functions) (Wales) Order 2017 (W.S.I. No. 962 (W. 245) of 2017).

Legislation | United Kingdom | 2017

Keyword: Royalties/fees, Legal proceedings/administrative proceedings

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Marine Licensing (Fees) (Wales) Regulations 2017 (W.S.I. No. 557 (W.79) of 2017).

Legislation | United Kingdom | 2017

Keyword: Marine pollution, Environmental fees/charges, Royalties/fees

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Amended by

Marine and Coastal Access Act 2009 (Amendment) Regulations 2011 (S.I. No. 405 of 2011).

Legislation | United Kingdom | 2011

Keyword: Marine pollution, Harbour, Waste disposal, Hazardous waste, Authorization/permit, Coastal zone management, Freshwater pollution, Waterworks, Flood, Pollution control

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Planning Act (Northern Ireland) 2011 (2011 Cap. 25).

Legislation | United Kingdom | 2011

Keyword: Forestry protection measures, Forest management/forest conservation, Land-use planning, Institution, Environmental planning, Agricultural land, EIA, Soil pollution/quality, Policy/planning, Offences/penalties, Basic legislation, Mining, Soil rehabilitation, Waste disposal, Hazardous substances, Authorization/permit, Legal proceedings/administrative proceedings, Enforcement/compliance, Waste management

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Regulatory Reform (Scotland) Act 2014 (Consequential Modifications) Order 2015 (S.I. No. 374 of 2015).

Legislation | United Kingdom | 2015

Keyword: Air quality/air pollution, Emissions, Pollution control, Energy conservation/energy production, Hydropower generation, Coastal zone management

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Planning (Wales) Act 2015 (2015 anaw 4).

Legislation | United Kingdom | 2015

Keyword: Policy/planning, Land-use planning, Environmental planning, Institution, Common property, Sustainable development

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Environment (Wales) Act 2016 (2016 anaw 3).

Legislation | United Kingdom | 2016

Keyword: Air quality/air pollution, Emissions, Environmental standards, Pollution control, Standards, Protection of environment, Framework law, Institution, Ecosystem preservation, Environmental planning, Climate change, Coastal zone management, Enforcement/compliance, Offences/penalties, Policy/planning, Fishery management and conservation, Marine fisheries, Crustaceans, Aquatic animals, Soil pollution/quality, Waste management, Waste disposal, Freshwater resources management, Sustainable development, Flood, Hazards, Sewerage, Biodiversity, Protection of habitats

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Waste (Meaning of Recovery) (Miscellaneous Amendments) Regulations 2016 (S.I. No. 738 of 2016).

Legislation | United Kingdom | 2016

Keyword: Waste management, Waste prevention, Waste disposal

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Conservation of Offshore Marine Habitats and Species Regulations 2017 (S.I. 1013 of 2017).

Legislation | United Kingdom | 2017

Keyword: Marine pollution, EIA, Authorization/permit, Marine protected areas, Offences/penalties, Protected area, Ecosystem preservation, Protection of habitats, Birds

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

The Fisheries Act 2020 (Scheme for Financial Assistance) (England) Regulations 2021 (No. 908).

Legislation | United Kingdom | 2021

Keyword: Aquaculture, Fishery management and conservation, Subsidy/incentive, Inland fisheries, Institution, Marine fisheries, Non-commercial fishing, Sustainable development, Financing

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Fisheries (Amendment) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. No. 746 of 2019).

Legislation | United Kingdom | 2019

Keyword: Marine fisheries, Fishery management and conservation, Subsidy/incentive, Enforcement/compliance, Foreign fishing, Fish products, Navigation

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Fisheries Act 2020 (Chapter 22).

Legislation | United Kingdom | 2020

Keyword: Framework law, Fishery management and conservation, Inland fisheries, Marine fisheries, Marine fishes, Freshwater fishes, Total allowable catch, Sustainable development, Sustainable use, Precautionary principle, Aquaculture, Aquatic animals, Registration, Foreign fishing, Authorization/permit, Fish disease, Fishing vessel, Fishing area, Fishing authorization, Fishing charge, Biodiversity, Business/industry/corporations, EEZ-Exclusive Economic Zone, Bycatch, Certification, Coastal zone management, Data collection/reporting, Animal health, Maritime zone, Ecosystem preservation

Source: FAO, FAOLEX