As part of a CASE funded research project, two surveys have been launched aiming to establish whether it is possible to identify the cultural and heritage assets of a seascape, that go beyond the natural features of the coast, and are essential to explaining the value people associate with a coastal place? Which assets explain […]

The North West Coastal Forum has collated an online report which brings together relevant North West coastal projects, research and other initiatives to assist dissemination of relevant information and collaboration opportunities.  This is an updatable resource. If you are aware of any plans/strategies/projects which are not included in this report please email us and we […]

The Department for Energy Security and Net Zero has set out an action plan for a clean power system by 2030. The action plan aims to tackle 3 challenges that the UK faces: Maintaining secure and affordable energy Creating ned industries and investable opportunities Protecting the environment from the effects of climate change This action […]

Fishing for Litter is a voluntary initiative, led by KIMO UK and supported through the Fisheries and Seafood Scheme (FaSS). The project engages with fishers, facilitating collection of litter at sea to be disposed of appropriately at participating ports and harbours. Simultaneously, there is ongoing work to raise awareness surrounding the economic and environmental impact […]

The Marine Management Organisation has launched a Cuttlefish plan. This plan was launched to better monitor and collect data to feed into future decisions on potential management, rather than formal management measures being implemented, based on stakeholder feedback.  MMO fisheries managers are also testing technical measures to conserve stocks. Thus far, the MMO has: Introduced […]

Consultation closes: May 12th, 2025 Defra is consulting on the Marine Recovery Fund (MRF). They are asking for your views on how this will function. What is the Marine Recovery Fund (MRF)? The Marine Recovery Fund is a proposed voluntary mechanism to pay into strategic compensatory measures (SCMs) for adverse environmental impacts on protected sites. […]

This grant is only available in England but there may be similar grants available in Wales, Scotland or Northern Ireland. People who are on a low income, getting certain benefits or living in a certain postcode could be eligible for free energy saving improvements to their homes via this local grant.  Follow this link to […]

Consultation closes: July 1st, 2025 The Welsh Government is seeking your views on Changes to Permitted Development Rights, including: Air Source Heat Pumps Off-street Parking EV Chargers Temporary Camp Sites Development by Statutory Undertakers (electricity) Affordable Housing and Meanwhile Uses And change to the definition of major development. The Welsh Government is also seeking your […]

Consultation closes: April 25th, 2025 This is a consultation on Land Use in England. The aim is to gather views and lived experiences of farmers, developers and citizens. Currently, there is a plan to shift power from Whitehall to individuals and communities that use the land. The consultation process will determine the role of the […]

We would like to announce that the conference outputs from the ‘Coastal Habitat Restoration and Creation in North West England 2025: Exploring progress and potential’ conference are now available.  On March 6th and 7th the North West Coastal Forum held a Coastal Habitat Conference in Carlisle. During this conference delegates listened to presentations, engaged in […]