Plan for coastal ‘tourism tax’February 14, 2020A ‘tourism tax’ to help protect Teignbridge’s coastal areas and make sure facilities keep pace with high visitor numbers could be introduced.
‘Profitable future for UK fishing sector’February 14, 2020Legislation to implement an independent fisheries policy has moved a step forward – two weeks after its introduction.
Fishing Bill must protect UK rights – MPFebruary 14, 2020Fleetwood MP Cat Smith has urged the Government to ensure British fishing rights are protected in post-Brexit trade talks.
Storm Dennis weather warning updatedFebruary 14, 2020Storm Dennis is set to batter coastal areas this weekend bringing very strong wind and rain.
Businesses welcome freeports consultationFebruary 14, 2020The British Ports Association says free portt have the potential to transform coastal communities and unleash economic growth.
£195,000 for coastal protection projectFebruary 14, 2020A project to protect coastal communities from the impacts of climate change has been awarded up to £195,000.
Alternative hub plans to be discussedFebruary 14, 2020Community leaders are to debate plans to create an enterprise hub in a Suffolk seaside town.
Coastal protection cost could reach £16bnFebruary 14, 2020Loss of coastal protection could cost the UK £15bn a year by 2050, with damage to fisheries costing a further £1bn, says a report.
MP appeals for harbour wall fundingFebruary 14, 2020West Somerset MP Ian Liddell-Grainger says damage caused to the local coastline during recent storms is compelling evidence of more violent weather.
Maps reveal risk from coastal floodFebruary 14, 2020A map has been published showing how Norfolk and Suffolk could look if global warming goes unchecked and sea levels rise.
