Update on Marine Finfish Farms Regulatory Framework
Explore the latest updates on the regulatory framework for marine finfish farms discussed by the Finfish Aquaculture Advisory Panel, addressing concerns such as lack of engagement, trust issues, permit complexities, and the need for better monitoring data and streamlined processes.
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SCOTTISH ENVIRONMENT PROTECTION AGENCY Update for Finfish Aquaculture Advisory Panel New regulatory framework for marine finfish farms 30th October 2019 Finfish aquaculture Advisory panel
Public & environmental groups Too late, not right information Not engaged Consultation Too weak Not trusted Permit application & determination Compliance monitoring Action, if necessary Pre-application Not enough information Cumulative impact? Finfish Aquaculture Advisory Panel
Too late, not right Right information available information More audit More data Quality assurance New powers Performance & Enforcement teams Early engagement Not engaged Consultation Too weak Not trusted Permit application & determination Compliance monitoring Action, if necessary Pre-application Advanced modelling new env. standards Cumulative impact? Strengthened reports Not enough information Aquaculture website Finfish Aquaculture Advisory Panel
The sector Lack of certainty Non-compliances on little evidence Difficult to understand Too slow Permit application & determination Compliance monitoring Action, if necessary Pre-application Permits overly complex 2,500 tonnes cap Finfish Aquaculture Advisory Panel
Lack of certainty New structured process Screening Agreed methods Difficult to understand Streamlined determination Too slow Non-compliances on little evidence Much more & better monitoring data Permit application & determination Compliance monitoring Action, if necessary Pre-application Simple, outcome focused permits complex Permits overly No cap!Environmental capacity 2500 tonnes cap Finfish Aquaculture Advisory Panel
