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

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

Bembridge Harbour Trust to renew bid

Posted on 07 May 2011 Bembridge Harbour Trust                            News Release 26 April, 2011 Bembridge Harbour Trust to renew bid for Bembridge Harbour. Following the collapse of the two companies that operate Bembridge harbour into administration, Bembridge Harbour Trust will renew its attempts to buy the harbour and associated properties. This was announced by the chairman … Continue reading Bembridge Harbour Trust to renew bid

SPS Response to Planning Application to Recharge Boiler Marsh

Posted on 11 Jan 2011 The Solent Protection Society wishes to object to this application The Solent Protection Society strongly supports the principle of the beneficial use of material dredged from the Lymington River to restore or improve salt marshes in the vicinity of Lymington so offsetting the effect of natural process which are damaging … Continue reading SPS Response to Planning Application to Recharge Boiler Marsh

SPS Response to Wightlink Terminal Planning Aplication

Posted on 11 Jan 2011 Response by Solent Protection Society to New Forest District Council in respect of the planning application to carry out work to the Wightlink Ferry Terminal The Solent Protection Society wishes to object to this application The Solent Protection Society welcomes the above application by Wightlink for upgrading and modifications of … Continue reading SPS Response to Wightlink Terminal Planning Aplication

Press Release: SPS Fears For Yarmouth Harbour’s Unique Charm

Posted on 29 Jan 2010 The Solent Protection Society has responded to the Yarmouth Harbour Board’s request for feedback on their Inner Harbour Reconfiguration proposals. The mission of the Solent Protection Society is to ensure the ecological and environmental well-being and wise management of the Solent area, its natural beauty and amenities, so that these … Continue reading Press Release: SPS Fears For Yarmouth Harbour’s Unique Charm