Policy Threads

Highly Protected Marine Areas Designation

The Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs is designating Highly Protected Marine Areas (HPMAs) as part of the UK's commitment to the Biodiversity Beyond National Jurisdiction Agreement and the 30by30 target (30% marine protection by 2030). The government is considering expanding HPMA coverage to 10% of UK waters and using the Marine Recovery Fund to support new designations.

29 Nov 2024 | Policy paper Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office linked

Blue Planet Fund

The UK’s £500 million Blue Planet Fund supports developing countries to protect the marine environment and reduce poverty.

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↓ Ocean Country Partnership Programme (OCPP) ↓ Ocean Community Empowerment and Nature (OCEAN) Grants Progr…

5 Jul 2023 | Policy paper Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs linked

Highly Protected Marine Areas: Allonby Bay

Information about the Highly Protected Marine Area designation at Allonby Bay in the Irish Sea.

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↓ Map of Allonby Bay HPMA (1pp)

5 Jul 2023 | Policy paper Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs linked

Highly Protected Marine Areas: North East of Farnes Deep

Information about the Highly Protected Marine Area designation at North East of Farnes Deep in the North Sea.

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↓ Map of the North East of Farnes Deep HPMA (1pp)

5 Jul 2023 | Policy paper Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs linked

Highly Protected Marine Areas: Dolphin Head

Information about the Highly Protected Marine Area designation at Dolphin Head in the English Channel.

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↓ Map of Dolphin Head HPMA (1pp)