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  • Marine conservation advice and guidance

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    • Marine Guidance Documents
    • Other Marine Animals (Sharks, Marine Turtles, Jellyfish)
    • Cetaceans (Whales, Dolphins and Porpoises)
    • Seals

    Related to Marine conservation advice and guidance

    Most recent publications

    • Marine Wildlife Disturbance Guidance Documents

      Published 25 March 2025
    • Synopsis of responses received and Departmental response to the Consultation on proposals to prohibit the landing and sale of Soft Shelled Edible (Brown) Crab

      Published 29 September 2022
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    Most recent consultations

    • Consultation on the Elasmobranch Conservation Strategy for Northern Ireland

      Published 23 September 2024 Consultation closed
    • Consultation on the Seabird Conservation Strategy and Action Plan for Northern Ireland

      Published 23 September 2024 Consultation closed
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    Most recent news items

    • Enjoy our wildlife, but avoid causing disturbance!

      Published 23 May 2025
    • Muir seeks views on proposals aimed at protecting marine environment

      Published 22 April 2024
    See all news in this topic

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    How to request information from the Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs including Freedom of Information (FOI), Environmental Information Regulations (EIRs) and the use of our Publication Scheme.

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