As we have been monitoring Twitter for news, we have noticed a number of local self help groups that are dedicated to maintaining the quality of the Solent. They deserve our thanks and support. So here are some we have found. Please tell us if you are aware of other similar groups. Southsea Beachwatch Friends … Continue reading Self help groups in the Solent
Category: Environment
Solent Forum meeting – Cowes 11th Sept
SPS was represented at the Solent Forum meeting held at Northwood House in Cowes on 11th September. Solent Forum is a group of people, mainly official bodies and local NGOs, involved in the management of the Solent. A report of the meeting can be found in the Members Area under the Agendas and Minutes tab … Continue reading Solent Forum meeting – Cowes 11th Sept
Medmerry Flooding Starts
The Medmerry managed realignment scheme, one of the largest ever attempted in the UK is just about complete. Flooding started on the 11th September when the sea wall was deliberately breached to create a huge new area of wetland. The process of opening the area to the sea can be monitored by looking at two … Continue reading Medmerry Flooding Starts
Marine Planning Strategic Scoping Report Published
A report on key marine activities has been published today by the Marine Management Organisation (MMO). The Strategic Scoping Report (SSR) identifies natural resources and activities – both recreational and industrial – in England’s marine area, and will inform marine plans that are being developed to shape the future of our seas. The SSR is … Continue reading Marine Planning Strategic Scoping Report Published
MMO video on marine planning
Interesting MMO video about Marine Planning. Does not offer solutions! http://bit.ly/18laPDV
Coastal Habitat Creation – Are We Delivering?
Solent Protection Society is one of the co-sponsors of this important conference being organised by ABP Mer on 20 November 2013, at One Great George Street, Westminster. The other sponsors are HR Wallingford and RSPB. This conference will focus on the biggest challenges being faced by those working on coastal habitat creation projects across the … Continue reading Coastal Habitat Creation – Are We Delivering?
DEFRA Pollution Consultation
View the report here
Southampton dredge to start in June
Sotonmakesmoresense @makesmoresense 21 May Great news.. we are now going to start dredging in the Solent in June
97% of scientists agree that cause is human activity
Retweeted Tony Juniper (@TonyJuniper): Know any climate change sceptics? Tell them how 97% of 1000s of science papers agree its real. http://t.co/osACZu3qIh
MMO- South Marine Planning statement of public participation
The MMO have produced a 30 page document concerning the Statement of Public Participation (click here for details). The process described is quite formal, and it is supposed to encourage public participation. That is all very well for large commercial organisations, local authorities, government agencies, and even some very large charities such as RSPB. They … Continue reading MMO- South Marine Planning statement of public participation
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