December 2008
Marine and Coastal Access Bill
The Sussex Wildlife Trust were delighted to see the inclusion of The Marine Bill in the Queen's speech on 3rd December 2008 and the Bill is now making its passage through Parliment. We have been campaigning for many years for comprehensive legislation to deliver better protection for our seas and we hope we will look back on this Bill as a major milestone in years to come.
Around the UK we have one of the most biologically productive marine areas on earth, and our seas are extraordinarily rich in wildlife. Yet there is increasing pressure for offshore activities, including renewable energy, and we must be mindful of the impacts of climate change. This Bill is the key opportunity to ensure that our seas are managed and protected in a more strategic and sustainable way.
