Posted on 09 Mar 2013 Inevitably, the Port of Southampton has a massive influence on the way the Solent works. So SPS were delighted to take the opportunity of a conversation with Doug Morrison, the Port Director, Ray Blair ,the deputy Harbourmaster, and Sue Simmonite, the Environment manager. We ranged over several topics, and what … Continue reading Understanding ABP
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Marine Planning update
Those of us who attended the marine planning workshop in Southampton run by the Marine Management Organisation (MMO) have received the feedback report. For anyone interested, it can be seen by clicking here. We are pleased that the existence of a large populated island with an intervening area of protected water (the Isle of Wight … Continue reading Marine Planning update
Medina Yard update
We have received the following invitation from the developers: Medina Yard Exhibition and Community Forum, Tuesday 5 March 2013 Cowes Methodist Church, Birmingham Road, Cowes PO31 7BH 4.30-6.30pm – Public Exhibition of the Vision for Medina Yard 7.00-9.00pm - Medina Yard Community Forum I am writing to invite you to the Exhibition of the Vision … Continue reading Medina Yard update
Conference Cue
The Solent is NOT self sufficient in energy production, but several energy projects are planned for the area. So what do we have to do? How will it affect us and our environment? Willie Walsh, CEO of IAG (British Airways and Iberia) was questioned about the likely effect of shale gas development on oil prices … Continue reading Conference Cue
Marine Planning Workshop, Southampton
The staff of the Marine Management Organisation( MMO) seemed a little stunned at the complexity of the Southern Area for which they are now embarking on a marine planning process. This was one of a series of such workshops being held across the South Coast region. Some local people at the workshop felt that they … Continue reading Marine Planning Workshop, Southampton
Do you know your MCZ from your SAC?
Guest blog by Graham Rabbitts (The opinions are his!) A brief guide to currently fashionable ecobabble Does it matter to me? When I go for a walk on the beach at Lee on Solent; or sail my boat into Keyhaven, are there things I should know? The short answer is ‘yes’ but identifying protected zones, … Continue reading Do you know your MCZ from your SAC?
Challenges at Coastal Conference
Wide ranging, thought provoking and at times provocative, the thirty plus multi-disciplinary presentations at the conference – ranging from fishing, sea bed users to health and well being from the coast - gave the two SPS delegates a great deal to think about during the conference and subsequently to consider the implications for the Solent. … Continue reading Challenges at Coastal Conference
Crown Estate picking winner?
The Crown Estate has announced that it is intending to invest in wave and tidal energy generation projects. Government has a dreadful ability to back losers, but in this case, the research investment must be welcomed. The only areas near us that could be affected are at Hurst, where shipping traffic could be difficult, and … Continue reading Crown Estate picking winner?
John Madin FRIBA 1924 – 2012
Posted on 01 May 2012 JOHN MADIN John Madin, a valued member of Solent Protection Society's Council since 1991, sadly died on 8th January, aged 87. An architect who shaped post-war Birmingham - in the 30 years after the Second World War John Madin produced some of the most important buildings in Birmingham - he … Continue reading John Madin FRIBA 1924 – 2012
Navitas Bay Proposed Wind Farm Development
Posted on 05 Feb 2012 http://www.challengenavitus.org.uk/index.html
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