Offshore Marine Protected Areas - fisheries management measures: supporting guidance on coordinates and restrictions:
Detailed guidance on site-specific fisheries management measures within Scottish Offshore Marine Protected Areas, including restricted gear types, gear codes, and precise area coordinates, to support compliance and promote sustainable use of marine resources in designated protected zones.
Site Specific Details
This section explains which offshore sites are affected by the new fisheries management measures. For each of the 20 sites, you’ll find information on:
- Where the site is located
- What types of fishing gear are restricted or banned
- Exactly which parts of the site the measures apply to
These details will help you understand the specific areas where certain fishing activities are restricted, and which types of gear are affected. The measures are designed to protect important habitats and species, while also providing clarity to enable sustainable and responsible fishing within Scotland’s offshore MPAs.
Contact
Email: Marine_biodiversity@gov.scot