A report summarising the results of a choice experiment survey that was designed to capture the preferences of Scottish people towards the management of marine and coastal areas in Scotland has been published by the Scottish Government. The study was carried out to improve understanding of the economic value people place on key environmental and […]
The Coastal Partnerships Network (CPN) exists to encourage the exchange of information and debate between Coastal Partnerships and to establish links with other coastal stakeholders. It seeks to offer increased opportunities for learning, collaboration and influence, strengthening and supporting Coastal Partnerships and encouraging stronger representation of the value of their work. The WAMM (Wholescape Approach […]
Perspectives on marine policy and management in the UK: An online survey An online survey is being conducted to collect views on marine policy and management practice in the UK – aimed at marine stakeholders, academics and policy-makers. The survey will feed into PhD research being carried out by a student at the University of […]
Successfully managing current threats to marine resources and ecosystems is largely dependent on our ability to understand and manage human behavior. In recent times we have seen increased growth in research to understand the human dimension of marine resource use, and the associated implications for management. However, despite progress to date, marine research and management […]
Evidence and Management for Marine Recreational Activities – Call for Information Do you have information on the impact (or lack of impact) of recreational activities on the marine environment? Do you have information on the effectiveness of management measures to reduce the impact of recreational activities on the marine environment? If so, we would like […]