Balanced Seas

Balanced Seas is a project that will work in partnership with all those with an interest in the marine environment to identify and recommend Marine Conservation Zones for the inshore and off-shore waters of south-east England.

Marine Conservation Zones will be set up under the Marine and Coastal Access Act of 2009 and are a new type of Marine Protected Area.

Marine Conservation Zones will protect nationally important marine wildlife, habitats, geology and geomorphology.  Stakeholders themselves will recommend these sites to Government. They will be designated at the end of 2012.

The challenge is to balance the importance of biodiversity conservation with economic activity.

Working with all those with an interest in the project area is essential for success. The Balanced Seas project team is looking forward to working with all stakeholders. 

If you would like to receive regular project updates from the team please get in touch