The International Council for the Exploration of the Sea (ICES) has produced its E-Newsletter for November 2014. The content of the E-Newsletter includes the development of technical guidance for four descriptors described within the Marine Strategy Framework Directive (MSFD), developments of the ICES interactive popular advice map with the addition of Skate species, Marine Strategy
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International Council for the Exploration of the Sea (ICES) E-Newsletter Update – November 2014
by NWCF on November 2, 2014
Flood and Coastal Erosion Risk Management (FCERM) Research and Development Programme Update 2014
by NWCF on November 1, 2014
The Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (DEFRA), Environment Agency, Natural Resources Wales and the Welsh Government have come together to work on the Flood and Coastal Erosion Risk Management (FCERM) Research and Development programme. A “Working with natural processes to reduce flood risk – research and development framework” document has been published which
5th European Marine Sand and Gravel Group (EMSAGG) Conference 2015
by NWCF on November 1, 2014
The European Marine Sand and Gravel Group (EMSAGG) is holding its 5th Conference in Delft, Netherlands on the 4th and 5th of June 2015. The Conference will cover a range of topics relating to the dredging industry. Across Europe the demand for sand and gravel is increasing, especially in relation to coastal protection and sea
Morecambe Bay Partnership needs your help – Bathing water survey
by NWCF on November 1, 2014
Morecambe Bay Partnership is currently conducting an ambitious project seeking to improve the quality of Bathing waters around the Morecambe Bay region. Morecambe Bay Partnership would like you to share your opinions and support their work through taking part in a survey. The survey is the second part of the research which is open until
The British Marine Aggregate Producers Association (BMAPA) and Crown Estate publishes report reviewing 15 Years of Marine Aggregate Dredging (1998-2012)
by NWCF on October 31, 2014
The British Marine Aggregate Producers Association (BMAPA) and The Crown Estate have come together to produce a report reviewing 15 years of Marine Aggregate Dredging between 1998 and 2012 in the UK. The report assists in gaining a greater understanding of the UK’s mineral dredging industry and promoting sustainable management for the future. For more information
Environment Agency publishes Third Annual Report on Flood and Coastal Risk Management
by NWCF on October 31, 2014
The Environment Agency has published its third annual report from the Flood and Coastal Risk Management (FCERM) series. The report reviews flood and coastal risk strategies carried out by management authorities between April 2013 and March 2014, highlighting some of its difficulties and successes. For more information about the report follow the link.
The Mersey Forest Autumn Newsletter Update 2014
by NWCF on October 30, 2014
The Mersey Forest has issued its Autumn Newsletter for 2014. The content of the Newsletter includes the Urban Catchment Forestry workshop on flood risk mitigation, Big Tree Plant applications for communities, Mersey Forest Plan wins Royal Town Planning Institute North West Award, woodland and climate change European projects at Sefton, and tree planting across Merseyside
Have your say on the Burbo Bank Extension Community Benefit Fund…..
by NWCF on October 30, 2014
Dong Energy has been actively involved in applying for an extension for Burbo Bank offshore wind farm within Liverpool Bay. In September 2014, the Secretary of State for Energy and Climate Change granted development for an extension. Consent includes the development and operation of a sub-station, wind turbines and cables. As a result the Burbo
Final Programme Available – Destination Coast! 3rd November, Grange-over-Sands
by NW Coastal Forum on September 4, 2014
The North West Coastal Forum is pleased to announce that the final programme is now available for the North West’s biennial coastal conference – Destination Coast! – 3rd November in Grange-over-Sands, with an optional field trip to Morecambe Bay on 4th November. The event will feature the North West Awards for Coastal Excellence. We are also delighted to announce
Halton Council successful in lease application for Mersey Gateway Bridge Project
by NWCF on July 15, 2014
Halton Council have been successful in their lease application to the Crown Estate for a foreshore area within the Mersey Estuary.The area is to be utilized within the £600 million Mersey Gateway Bridge Project. The leased area is valued at £800,000 within a single payment. Construction of the bridge is part of the Mersey Gateway Project,