The UK Government (Defra) consultation on the “balance of competence” between the EU and UK with respect to fisheries management has just closed for public submissions of evidence. The purpose of the consultation has been to seek opinion so as to arrive at an assessment of the balance of advantages and disadvantages between the UK’s […]
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- “Neither EU nor UK has displayed competence in fisheries management” says Marinet
- Water Companies are accused of avoiding paying Corporation Tax
- NEF explains new CFP report: Every £1 invested in fish stock restoration will yield £14 profit by 2052
- UK government gives financial grants to 6 seaside projects
At a time when Water Companies are being asked to meet a stricter legal regime for Bathing Water Quality, and having problems in doing so, The Observer reports that the accountants of Thames, Anglian and Yorkshire Water are reporting that these companies are making increased profits, but paying no corporation tax “Three of Britain’s biggest water companies” […]
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Research published by the New Economics Foundation (nef) finds that restoring European fish stocks could generate huge returns on investment. Key Findings: Most overfished stocks could be fully restored within five years, with a few needing four more years Investing £9.16 billion in restoring fish stocks would generate £4.43 billion profit by 2023 After stocks […]
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The Department for Communities has announced, 14th August 2012: Six seaside projects that will create vital new jobs and local enterprises are the first to receive Government backing to help their coastal town prosper. The £24 million Coastal Communities Fund was launched earlier this year to provide coastal towns with money to help pay for […]
