MCS: ‘Awarded protected status over a decade ago for its exceptional biodiversity, the Fal and Helford SAC contains magnificent rocky seaweed habitats, stunning spotted rays, flashy fish and other spectacular sea creatures. Yet proposals to gouge a channel through this special place, primarily to allow cruise ship access, have taken a step forward. The Falmouth Harbour Commissioners (FHC) is seeking pre-application advice from the Marine Management Organisation (MMO) – the licensing body. The MMO will give its advice any day now. But, so far, they’ve only consulted some select stakeholders – despite a new report commissioned by us, which provides damning evidence of the impacts of these plans. Just like nature reserves on land, this Special Area of Conservation has been given protected status to keep it safe. We cannot let this be jeopardised. Join us in urging the MMO to keep Falmouth’s seas safe.

MCS & Friends of the Earth have joined forces to set up a campaign to oppose the dredging: Save Fal Bay campaign?