European dimensions of the marine environment [electronic resource]
Language: English Series: SPICe Briefing ; (09/40) 8 June 2009Publication details: Edinburgh Scottish Parliament 2009Subject(s): LOC classification:- 333.9164 $2 18
| Item type | Current library | Call number | Copy number | Status | Barcode | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Book | Virtual Online | ONLINE PUBLICATION (Browse shelf(Opens below)) | 1 | Available | 148023-2001 |
Key points -- Background -- Integrated maritime policy for the European Union: Scotland and the European Integrated Maritime Policy -- The EU Marine Strategy Framework Directive: good environmental status; stakeholders' views of the EU Marine Strategy Framework; The Marine Strategy Framework Directive and the Water Framework Directive; transposing the EU Marine Strategy Framework Directive in Scotland; an ecosystem-based approach; challenges to the ecosystem-based approach -- Other relevant European legislation and policy -- Sources
Outlines European policy in relation to the marine and maritime environment in order to provide a background to the Scottish Marine Bill. Examines two key areas of policy: The Integrated Maritime Policy for the European Union and The EU Marine Strategy Framework Directive. Also discusses the ecosystem-based approach and looks at the implications of these policies for Scotland. Finishes by highlighting other EU policies which relate to the marine environment in Scotland.