Scotland's shellfish water protected area (SWPA) designations - review: consultation
We are consulting on the proposed designations and de-designations of Shellfish Water Protected Area’s (SWPAs), as part of work to meet a statutory obligation. The purpose is to identify areas where it may be appropriate to designate a new SWPA or de-designate an existing SWPA
Closed
This consultation closed 29 September 2025.
View this consultation on consult.gov.scot, including responses once published.
Consultation analysis
12. Questions on the proposed sites for de-designation
Q5. Do you agree with the proposed de-designations of the 29 existing SWPAs based on the outlined criteria? If not, please identify which, give a reason, and if possible, provide evidence e.g. of future plans.
- Agree
- Partially Agree - Please describe which SWPA de-designations you do not agree with and why.
- Disagree - Please describe which SWPA de-designations you do not agree with and why.
Q6. Are you aware of any additional sites that should be considered for de-designation based on the relevant criteria? Please provide any relevant evidence.
- Yes – please provide evidence in support of your answer.
- No
Q7. Can you provide evidence of any potential benefits from the proposed de-designation of the existing SWPAs?
- Yes – Please provide evidence in support of your answer.
- No
Q8. Can you provide evidence of any potential negative impacts from the proposed de-designation of the existing SWPAs, including spat collection for example??
- Yes – Please provide evidence in support of your answer.
- No
Contact
Email: waterenvironment@gov.scot