Response to Consultation on Sustainable development for Welsh seas: Our approach to marine planning in Wales

Summary

This Seafish response was made after consultation with the Marine Environmental Legislation Expert Group. Seafish welcomes several aspects of the proposals, including the intention to plan inshore and offshore areas together. Some aspects are however of concern. These include the planning of highly protected marine areas and the apparent organisation of fishing activities, which is already determined by the Common Fisheries Policy.

Author

• Sarah Horsfall

Publication date

01 May 2011