Marine environment

We have a wide remit in the coastal and marine environment.

Marine and Coastal Access Act
Find out about the Marine and Coastal Access Act which passed through Parliament in November 2009.
Marine Planning
Marine planning in the UK.
Marine Licensing
A new dawn for marine licensing.
Marine Conservation
Conservation of our marine species and habitats is of vital importance. Our oceans support a huge abundance of life that needs to be protected for future generations.
Marine Strategy Framework Directive
The European Commission Marine Strategy Framework Directive aims to achieve Good Environmental Status in European seas by 2020.
Marine and the Water Framework Directive
The Water Framework Directive will improve and protect inland and coastal waters.
Our Marine strategy
Our Marine Strategy sets out our role in protecting the marine environment today and our priorities for the future.

Marine and Coastal Access Act