Scottish Government Consultation: Proposed Fisheries Management Measures for Inshore Marine Protected Areas (MPAs) and Proposed Priority Marine Feature (PMF) Management Areas
The Scottish Government has launched a major public consultation seeking views on proposed fisheries management measures for 166 inshore protected sites and areas around Scotland.
The consultation covers:
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Nature Conservation Marine Protected Areas (NCMPAs)
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Special Areas of Conservation (SACs)
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Special Protection Areas (SPAs)
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Proposed Priority Marine Feature (PMF) management areas
You can choose how you want to navigate and engage with the consultation material – either by marine region or by fishing gear type.
The Scottish Government recommends reading through the Consultation Paper and related supporting documents (such as socio-economic impact assessments, draft fisheries assessments, and island community impact assessments) before submitting your feedback.
Closing Date: 18 January 2027.
To view the full background papers, read the guidance documents, or submit your feedback, visit the official Fisheries Management Measures Consultation Page.