Act of the Scottish Parliament | |
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Long title | An Act of the Scottish Parliament to make provision in relation to functions and activities in the Scottish marine area, including provision about marine plans, licensing of marine activities, the protection of the area and its wildlife including seals and regulation of sea fisheries; and for connected purposes. |
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Citation | 2010 asp 5 |
Territorial extent | Scotland |
Dates | |
Royal assent | 10 March 2010 |
Status: Amended | |
Text of statute as originally enacted | |
Text of the Marine (Scotland) Act 2010 as in force today (including any amendments) within the United Kingdom, from legislation.gov.uk. |
The Marine (Scotland) Act 2010 is an act of the Scottish Parliament which provides a framework which will help balance competing demands on Scotland's seas. It introduces a duty to protect and enhance the marine environment and includes measures to help boost economic investment and growth in areas such as marine energy.
The main measures include:
Wildlife organisations, such as the Royal Society for the Protection of Birds, welcomed the new laws.