Coastal Partnetship Forum 2003 - Final Report With Transcript

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PARTNERSHIP APPROACHES TO ICZM - AVISION AND ACTION PLAN

2003

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ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS

CoastNET wishes to thank the following for sponsoring the workshop:

DefraEnglish NatureLGA Coastal Interest Group

Scottish Coastal Forum

We would also like to thank Sue James of Sustainability Matters for preparation of theprogramme for the workshop, providing professional facilitation and guidance during the day,and for collating the information gathered during the workshop.

In addition thanks go to the speakers Alex Midlen (Chair of CoastNET and Essex EstuariesInitiative, Sam Rowbury (Defra), Martyn Cox (Scottish Coastal Forum) and Roger Morris(English Nature) and to the facilitators who supported Sue James during the day: AlexMidlen, Jane Taussik, Theresa Redding, Vanessa Scott and Natasha Barker.


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Introduction

Integrated Coastal Zone Management (ICZM) focused Coastal Partnerships werepromoted in the UK as part of English Natures Estuaries Initiative, which waslaunched in 1992 and Scottish Natural Heritages Firths Project, launched in 1993.Since then over 40 estuary and firth partnerships have been established. All thesehave been established voluntarily, relying on partner financial support and receive nodirect government support. This has always been cited by these partnerships as akey constraint to effective service delivery, and over the years various partnershipshave risen and fallen in response to varying levels of financial commitment. A rangeof other Coastal Partnerships has also emerged (see below) most of which are alsovoluntary. However, some i.e. coastal groups, receive government grants for theirwork.

In 1999 English Nature commissioned a study to review the effectiveness of theEstuaries Initiative. Its main conclusion was that there were no nationally agreedmeasures in place by which to assess their performance and the review was,therefore, inconclusive. A subsequent report attempted to identify suitable indicators,but its recommendations were not implemented.

In 2002, in association with the Scottish Coastal Forum, a report for the ScottishExecutive assessed the effectiveness of firth partnerships and coastal fora as adelivery mechanism for ICZM. It concluded that the partnerships had been aneffective mechanism to progress ICZM to its current state but also pointed out theneed for indicators. The Scottish Coastal Forum is still considering how best to takeforward the recommendations from this report. An earlier report in 2001 had reviewedICZM indicators and found that it is very much an emerging topic.

Now that attention has again focused on ICZM, as a result of the ratification of theEU Recommendation on integrated coastal zone management which commits theUK to the production of a national strategy for ICZM, it is timely to consider the role ofcoastal partnerships in the delivery of integrated management on the coast.

A number of organisations having a keen interest in this issue agreed that aworkshop would be an efficient and effective way of addressing some critical issues.

The objectives of the workshop, which was organised and delivered by CoastNET,were to:

develop a collective vision for Coastal Partnerships

generate a set of clear objectives (e.g. where are we now, where do we wantto get to and indicators of achievement)

develop an Action Plan build collective evidence of how Partnerships have, and will, deliver ICZM.

As well as contributing to the workshop, Partnerships are also completing proformasto provide tangible evidence of how they have added value locally. This will form thebasis of a separate directory of good practice to be compiled and published byCoastNET.

This report presents the outcomes of the CoastNET Partnership Workshop held inMarch 2003. It contains the vision for Coastal ICZM Partnerships in 2010, and anAction Plan which sets out tasks to achieve that vision: for Government, forCoastNET and for Partnerships.


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Coastal Partnership categories

Whilst Estuary and Firth Partnerships are usually the focus of attention in the contextof Coastal Partnerships, there is in fact a broad range of other partnerships. Many ofthese have a sectoral focus, but nonetheless have an important role in deliveringsustainable development (through the pursuit of integrated solutions).

Estuary and Firth Partnerships and Coastal Fora - These are broad basedvoluntary groups focused on Integrated Coastal Zone Management (ICZM) coveringfrom small areas to major estuaries and firths. They are usually set up by statutorybodies in the first instance, although maintaining a neutral role is an importantfeature. A number now have charitable status.

Coastal Groups these usually comprise technical officers who are involved inshoreline management. These are usually linked to shoreline management planning

of a recognised coastal sediment cell and have a sectoral approach i.e. coastaldefence, to sustainable development on the coast.

European Marine Sites - These have been set up under the EU Habitats and BirdsDirectives and are managed by voluntary partnerships of Relevant Authorities anduser groups. They have a nature conservation focus although integration is the key tothe management objectives. Some are established under the umbrella of an estuaryor firth partnership.

Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty/Heritage Coasts Established to managedCountryside Commission (now Countryside Agency) designations, they typicallycomprise a management structure led by local authorities, but including otherrelevant interests (statutory and non-statutory).

Marine National Parks at present there is provision for the establishment ofMarine National Parks in Scotland under the National Parks of Scotland Act althoughnone have yet been designated. There is currently no legislation in England andWales for the establishment of Marine National Parks. However, the level ofconsensus which would be needed to establish such parks makes a partnershipapproach essential.

Voluntary Marine Nature Reserves Again a partnership approach reflects theneed to bring organisations together to provide for effective management.

Other coastal projects Many ad hocprojects are taken forward throughpartnerships of service providers, e.g. South West Coastal Path.


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Coastal Partnerships Vision, 2010

The workshop developed a vision for Coastal Partnerships and 2010 was consideredto be an appropriate reference date for realising this vision.

Coastal Partnerships have consistently proved their leading role incoastal zone management in the years up to 2010 and are nowaccepted by all as the main mechanism for promoting sustainabledevelopment on the coast through ICZM.

Government and other institutions which are active on the coastrecognise this, and a clear purpose and role for Coastal Partnerships isdefined within a national policy framework. This purpose and roleaddresses: conflicts between sectors, strategic planning, communityinvolvement, public and institutional understanding of coastal issues,and management of information. Adequate support over the long termfor partnership activities is provided for, and performance ofPartnerships is measured against a national set of partnership

indicators.

Evidence of added value

An important question is; have Coastal Partnerships have delivered outcomes whichwould not have been achieved in their absence. The workshop aimed to drawtogether tangible evidence of such outcomes under the headings: outputs andoutcomes, delivery of ICZM, and Partnership objectives.

Outcomes - Partnerships identified outcomes of their activities. That is, tangibleachievements resulting in a change to the system, be it beneficial changes to a localdevelopment plan or improvements to environmental quality for example. This is incontrast to outputs (projects, plans, strategies etc). Outcomes generally result from

the outputs over the longer term. A selection of examples are detailed below:

OUTPUTS Examples of OUTCOMES

Blackwater Management Plan Maldon DistrictCouncil and Colchester Borough Council

Improved enforcement of powered boat speedlimits and the reduction of conflict with other users

Integrated Management Strategy by the DartEstuary Partnership

Improved integration and harmonizing ofdevelopment control through a formal system

Dredging liaison group set up by the ThamesEstuary Partnership

Informed maintenance dredging in the Thamestaking account of environmental and other usersinterests

Report A comparative review of the coast andestuaries initiative on the NW coast of England(North West Partnership - PISCES)

Better integration of management and planning inRegional Planning Guidance

Tamar Estuary Management Plan produced bythe Tamar Estuary Consultative Forum.

Provided a framework for conflict resolution, betterunderstanding of issues and management.Contributed to the delivery of European MarineSite management plans

Working group of local representatives formed bythe Colne Estuary Partnership to develop

Raised awareness on issues related to sensitivewaterside Brownfield development sites and aided


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Supplementary Planning Guidance appropriate sustainable development

Pembrokeshire information database developedby the Pembrokeshire Coastal Forum

Enabled better decision making and led tofinancial savings (joint research)

Pembrokeshire Marine Code of Practicedeveloped by the Pembrokeshire Coastal Forum

The process highlighted opportunities for jointworking and added value. It avoids the use of

statutory mechanisms

A management scheme for a European Marinesite developed by ASERA (Association of SevernEstuary Relevant Authorities).

The scheme allowed streamlining of compleximplementation of legislation e.g. HabitatsRegulations. Simplification of a mix of unrelatedmanagement measures in one area.Habitats Regulation training day improvedawareness and understanding of the roles andresponsibilities for relevant authorities.

A single signage methodology for coastalbyelaws produced by the Tamar EstuaryPartnership

When introduced this resulted in financial savingsfor the responsible organisations

Management Strategy for the Dart Estuary -DartEstuary Partnership Partnership became a contact point and acts asa clearing house putting people in touch.

Managed Realignment study by Forth EstuaryForum

Increased awareness and understanding of issuesby the community and the steering group

Pembrokeshire CoastCare project developed bythe Pembrokeshire Coastal Forum

Engaging community groups in managing thecoast, e.g. helping the Environment Agency (EA)in pollution monitoring

Bathing only Zones Policy developed through acoordinated process by the Dorset Coast Forum

8 bathing only zones established, improved safetyon beaches through incident logs, zoning andfeedback mechanisms.

Firth of Forth Geographic Information Systemreport Forth Estuary Forum

Improved the quality/speed of decision making(through the realisation of differences betweenpolicies and organisations), and improvedintegration between authorities

Facilitation of stakeholder involvement in anoffshore wind farm application - Solway FirthPartnership

Involvement resulted in stakeholder acceptance ofthe decision for development

Coordinated an application for a shellfishRegulating Order on both sides of the firth,Solway Firth Partnership

Improved shellfish management, cross-borderliaison and co-operation

Co-ordination of the NATURA 2000 Management

Scheme -Tamar Estuary Partnership, MorayFirth Partnership, Solway Firth Partnership

Integrated management of the European Marine

SiteUsed the existing partnership network to deliverstatutory requirements

Dorset Central Marine Database developed byDorset Coast Forum

Working database of 2000 habitat and speciesrecords produced providing increased knowledgeof seabed and marine life, generation of researchactivity and raised public awareness.


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5 Work with natural processes

Developing a scheme of management for a Natura 2000 site which relates humanactivity to natural environment (Essex Estuaries Initiative)

The Dart Estuary Project Sustainable Dredging for Habitat Protection will specificallywork with natural processes (Dart Estuary Partnership)

Review of dredging and habitat disturbance (Forth Estuary Forum)

Process and output of the Management Scheme looks at how organisations activities

affect natural processes (ASERA) Individual authorities already researching natural processes. Discussion and sharing

of activities is already taking place (through the Partnership) leading to heightenedawareness of need for better information currently, discussion on Humber on howdata can be better shared or made available. (Humber European Marine Site)

6 Participatory planning Wide public consultation/participation at all stages of the development of the Severn

Estuary Strategy documentation (Severn Estuary Partnership)

Developing Supplementary Planning Guidance (SPG) with local community groups(Colne Estuary Partnership)

Co-ordination of the Harbour Authority and Local Authority in processing commoninterest planning applications (Dart Estuary Partnership)

Development of successful management guidelines and an action programme as wellas an SAC Management Scheme experienced a high level of participation (MorayFirth Partnership)

Providing 100 year vision/strategic framework/coherent approach to strategicplanning Tower bridge to Gravesham (Thames Estuary Partnership)

7 Support and involvement of all relevant administrative bodies

Established a Concordat Group which is a Partnership representing ALL statutoryinterests and identified a memorandum of understanding for implementation of ICZM(Pembrokeshire Coastal Forum)

Members include 95% of organisations with statutory duty, and an Advisory Groupincludes most existing networks and interest groups (Association of Severn EstuaryRelevant Authorities (ASERA))

The European Marine Site Management group involves all relevant statutory bodies

in the management of a nature conservation area (Essex Estuaries Initiative) Partnership recently extended to include wider range of organisations (Colne Estuary

Partnership)

A number of different tools for involvement are in place, e.g, coastal surgeries,coastal workshops, topic group workshops (Pembrokeshire Coastal Forum)

8 Use of a combination of instruments

The Management scheme for European Marine Sites (EMS) includes a variety ofmechanisms/instruments for the delivery of conservation objectives voluntary codesof conduct, statutory functions, legislation (Assoc. Severn Estuary RelevantAuthorities)

Partnership has adopted an umbrella body role to coordinate the activities of allestuary wide groups with remits for SAC (Special Area of Conservation)

management, pollution management, planning and development issues thesegroups and the Partnership previously had weaker links (Severn Estuary Partnership(SEP))

Coastal strategy will suggest actions that require a number of instruments (ScottishCoastal Forum)

Partnership can mobilise voluntary groups as well as involving byelaws andregulatory authorities. Also they have developed agreed codes of conduct (DartEstuary Partnership)

Through using local management. Using carrots before sticks - thus encouragingcooperation before bye-laws are instated.


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Partnership Objectives - Participants recognised that there was no nationallyagreed role or purpose for coastal partnerships save the initial remit to developintegrated management strategies and plans flowing from the Estuaries Initiative andFirths Project in the early 1990s. Whilst it was desirable that partnerships reflectlocal needs, a certain consistency of approach would ensure that integration and

value-added remained central to Partnership activity. This would aid the assessmentof Partnership performance. This is reflected in the key actions identified in the ActionPlan in the next section.

Action plan

The participants at the workshop completed the days tasks with the compilation ofsuggested actions into a prioritised Action Plan. The plan assigned responsibility foractions between the Partnerships themselves (both individually and workingtogether), to CoastNET (as a neutral facilitator), and to Government.

The following actions are regarded as being the most critical to achieving thePartnership vision and sustainable development on the coast.

ACTION SUGGESTEDRESPONSIBILITY

Action by Government[Create] a national coastal agency (perhaps agovernment department?)

Government

Government should to deliver a National CoastalStrategy that dictates who should take the lead inimplementing ICZM

Government

Give an agency/group a statutory role to supportcoastal partnership work and the funding to deliver

Government

Identification of National and Regional priorities forICZM and duties and powers imposed at relevantlevels

Government

Research and review options for delivery of ICZM

(international and national experience and a range ofmeasures e.g. statutory, single lead body, voluntarypartnerships)

Government

Agree and establish a clear framework for/ofinformation need. National metadata, Regionalwithin a functional cell, Local site specific

Government

Implement a statutory mechanism to ensureparticular core organisations (Statutory agencies andnon-governmental public bodies etc), fundpartnerships

Government

Action by CoastNETDevelop a national set of indicators for evaluatingICZM (or as part of wider sustainable developmentindicators)

CoastNET (CoastNETcomment: this should beGovernment led)

Define and agree nationally a clear purpose for

Partnerships

CoastNET

Hold an annual standing conference (forum) forCoastal Partnerships

CoastNET

Develop indicators of success (of partnerships) andpromote these nationwide

CoastNET

Work to increase awareness and understanding ofwhat ICZM is to all and how it can benefit in terms ofservice delivery

CoastNET

Action by PartnershipsSet up an annual regional coastal forum in the UK Joint action by Partnerships

in conjunction with CoastNET


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Identify/quantify benefits of ICZM partnerships(generically with specific reference to individualprojects) and outputs and outcomes

Individual Partnershipswith CoastNET collecting andpublishing the outputs

Identify/quantify benefits of ICZM partnerships(generically with specific reference to individualprojects) and outputs and outcomes

Individual Partnerships (withCoastNET)

Marketing, newsletters, website, leaflets,presentations, workshops to develop for community

and within responsible authorities

Individual Partnerships

Agree a set of objectives for the Partnership; Termsof Reference for a Partnership and develop a methodof joint working between Partnerships

Individual Partnerships

Conclusions and Recommendations

1. There is a considerable body of evidence within Coastal Partnerships whichdemonstrates their ability to deliver sustainable development on the coastthrough ICZM and value-added activity. Further work is planned to bring thisinformation together in a comprehensive form.

2. The lack of a national framework for ICZM hampers the efforts of CoastalPartnerships to deliver, and during the workshop many potential actions wereidentified for Government in order to fill this vacuum. The NationalStocktaking presently underway as part of the EU ICZM Recommendationand preparation of a national coastal strategy should consider this issue indetail.

3. Coastal Partnerships recognise the need for a clearly defined role andpurpose, and practical performance indicators. The development of such is anurgent priority.

4. Coastal Partnerships could improve their performance further by improved

exchange of information between such groups. As a first step a StandingConference for Coastal Partnerships will be organised and a Good PracticeDirectory will be published.

5. CoastNET has been identified as the organisation best placed to take a leadon behalf of Coastal Partnerships in certain key areas. CoastNET will respondto the Action Plan with a statement of what and how it can deliver.


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APPENDIX 1 Transcript VISIONS

VISIONS FOR ACHIEVING SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT


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Sustainable industry, economicallyenvironmentally and socially

Major development proposal on site ofBradwell Power Station debated byBlackwater Forum at pre-planning stage

Environmental quality recognised asfundamental to economy

Agriculture and mariculture working in

harmony Maximised use of space in ports no need

for further land claim

Self supporting pan sub- regional =seaactions, eg, oil spills, response to marinepollution

An enhancement of the natural beauty andcultural heritage of the estuary

Increased coastal and marine tourism inSolway area

Cleaner Thames, less litter, CSO projectinstalled

Cleaner beaches more welcoming to localpeople and tourists. Better image

A better quality coastal environment valuedby all

Reduction in pollution source and diffuse

Blackwater estuary jet ski user group agreerevised code of practice through Blackwaterforum

Less dependence on sea walls and greaterpublic acceptance of need to go with the flowof coastal erosion more managedrealignment

Large numbers of visitors within limits of

carrying capacity Reduced recreation at sensitive sites,

enhanced recreation provision elsewhere

Examples of real sustainable developmentprojects having been delivered (on theground)

A profitable, well used ferry service linkingdifferent parts of the estuaries

A sustainable estuary happy partnersworking together to bring added value andachieve real benefit to physical and socialand economics

A more fully engaged private/business sectortherefore strengthen sustainabledevelopment credentials

VISIONS FOR EFFECTIVE PARTNERSHIP WORKING

On the ground flagship projects (bestpractice) that have had an impact on issues

Streamlined process for identifying issuesand actions (s0cial/economic/environmental)on a continuous basis

Fewer plans more integration

Making a real difference on the ground

Effective/efficient growth

Good quality deliverables

ICZM partnerships working with otherpartnerships; bringing resource; best valueindicators etc

To have overcome/resolved issues related tonot being a legal entity.

A more democratically accountable processfor coastal partnerships

Creating an effective bridge betweenscientific and technical community and endusers

Hierarchy of coastal partnership typeapproaches from national regional locallevels (complete coverage)

Continued proactive involvement of all key,relevant partners

Recognition that Partnership is a centraldelivery mechanism

Memo of agreement between parties longterm commitment

A larger membership working as a series ofinterest groups

Beacon status achieved for ColchesterBorough Council through recognition ofsuccess of estuary Partnership, measuredagainst national ICZM indicators

UK ICZM partnerships influencing EU policy always invited to the table

Recognition as decision making/politicalentity

Partnership policies to influence sectoralpolicy and actions including translation intostatutory plans and programmes

Recognised and supported outputs (5 yearachievement)

Network for partnerships to engage andshare information with each other

Coastal partnerships offer value for money

Able to respond quickly and effectively tochange in the ICZM market???

Successful mechanisms/platforms forengaging local communities/business

interests 1 vision for D and G, Solway and Cumbria

Partnership seen as the key player on thecoast

1 vision for D and L and Cumbria

An Estuary Officer with Admin Support! And anice warm office!!

A set of ICZM innovative projects whichprove the value of working in partnership

Users in the coastal zone work in harmony!

Secondments between staff in allorganisations so that they can see the otherorganisations perspective!

All actions identified in Strategy implemented

Coast NET delivers annual programme oftraining for Partnership Officers and Partner

representatives Long term agreement between partners

Full commitment to Action plan by all partners

Partnership being used effectively by bodiesnot yet truly engaged (eg EA)

Motivating forum meetings hitting the realissues

Dedicated partners

Bringing interests together and creatingharmony from diverse interests


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To still have a Partnership Officer and still bemeeting regularly and setting new goals

Willingness amongst staff from bigbusinesses to accept economic benefits of ahealthy estuarine environment

A happy group of staff, well supported withgood working condition and trainingopportunities

Career progression for partnership staff Motivated staff team of 3 core posts 1)

coordinator 2) marine manager 3)Administrator and SLA with GNV recordscentre

Professional recognition for Partnershipofficers as facilitators and initiators

Team of helpers

Partners eagerly await the next meeting!!?

Partners and other organisations coming tothe Partnership benefit of Partnership isrecognised by many

Policies being translated into actions which,

make a difference (improved environmentaland social benefits)

VISIONS FOR LOCAL AND NATIONAL STRATEGY/POLICY

Local Strategy

Natural capital principles adopted as realelement in cost benefit analysis lip serviceno longer tolerated

Habitats and species of Humber Estuarymaintained in favourable condition

Clear strategy for the next 5, 10 and 20 years Humber Management Scheme Action Plan

actively being used and reviewed annually

A strategy and Action Plan for PCZ which isdelivered in detail

Created a Strategic overview for promotion ofthe Firth of Forth with all bodies signing upand co-coordinating efforts on a consensualbasis. (LAs, tourist boards, statutory bodies)

Clearly defined local structure for ICZMdelivery

Have clear links written between all relevantplans (structure/local/river basin/fisheries etc)

Adoption/acknowledgment of the SES withinDPs, UDPs, statutory plans

Review of bathing water standards anddesignations

More concise and attractive managementplan/strategy available widely and referred to!

Effective working with piste??? Partnership(PISCES, NWCF) Irish Sea forum

Effective evaluation of ??? role of coast,(tourism etc) and relation to otherregeneration initiatives

Agreed holistic vision for managedrealignment/habitat creation

Competition for places at meetings!

Local delivery of the ICZM strategy

All relevant bodies given duty to participateon partnerships

Within all strategic/structure plans, aparagraph relating to FEF ManagementStrategy and the relevant objectives within

this. Have a system of monitoring to evaluatethe effectiveness of this.

Local Authorities given duty/power to preparemanagement schemes for CZ and convenepartnerships (within national/regionalStrategy

A coastline covered with ICZM Ps addressing local issues in a national context

requiring minimum because Partners havefully bought in

requiring minimum staff because Partners domuch of the work

learning form others

all sectors engaged

facilitating numerous initiatives, eg economicprojects, managed re-alignment

Completion of visitor facilities in Sefton andinterpretive provision (mid term)

Reduction of long term view of coastalproducts and acceptance by community ofadaptive management approach

Agreement on and implementation ofSAC/SPD management plans

Establishment of effective research methodswith demonstrable results

Establishment of effective way of monitoringsustainability of management

Reinforcement of environments educationcapacity

Roll out of virtual coast ICT basedinterpretation project

Full political recognition of role ofPartnership

Focused guidance to facilitate animprovement in industry


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National Strategy

Leading the European agenda for how to doICZM effectively

ICZM champions voted for MBE/OBEparliamentary positions public recognition

A national coastal strategy

Putting into place SPPs on ICZM beyondtalk shop. Planning guidance for ICZM

A sustainable, strategic balanced, adaptiveand holistic management approach for allcoastal areas

Public and political support for integratedcoastal management and secure funding todeliver

A sound framework for managing andmaintaining the coast as a dynamic entity

Well supported national (Uk and homecounty) approach to coastal partnerships(including guidelines, funding support,transfer of expertise and training)

Sustainable planning policy within coastalzone

Forum recognised as key in a national

framework for delivery To integrate the outcomes from our own

partnership with others to form a holisticCZMP

Mainstreaming of ICZM into ongoing statutoryprocesses and work of key bodies

Evaluation of Coastal Strategy

Planning authorities reduce planningconsents in flood risk areas due to publicdemand (ie, public awareness so great andenlightened)

Integration locally, regionally, nationally withinnational strategic framework

Joined up government on coastal and marinemanagement, data standards, R and D

Clear statutory framework for ICZM delivery

across UK Effective demand for further iteration of the

Southern North Sea Forum

A fully adopted ICZM strategy for UK withclear actions

A series of coastal/established for a in Waleswith all rep on WCMP

Government policy mandates private sectorto invest in partnerships to deliver sustainabledevelopment agenda (and other agendas)

A confirmed/established focus for EuropeanSite Management

Single national coastal commission (as onthe edge) partnership

Widespread acceptance of concept andactive work towards establishing Southern

North Sea Coastal and Marine Pool??? An integrated UK and national government

More integration of management plans at allscales (non stat) to reduce quantities ofreports produced that may not get used

International, national and regionalpartnerships identified and given legal basisand funding teeth!

1 spatial planning framework for the UK

Action at local, regional, national, EU levelssupporting each other

1 strategy for Solway region

ICZM to be fully integrated into ALLstrategies/policy across UK

All development plans around the estuarywith consistent policies towards coastaldevelopment/recreation, dredging etc

Linkage to an overarching approach(national) so there is less of a perception oflocal for a

An holistic, strategic planning system, trans-boundary for The Wash, eg, an overseeingplanning person/section for all developmentsin The Wash to represent all authorities thisspecifically links to the fact The Wash andneighboring

Having a statutory function or recognition bygovernment + more clout beyond talk shop

Delivering the shared vision

A thriving green tourism industry

More access to coast with right use in rightplace

A thriving mariculture industry sustainable inenvironmental and economic terms

Essex Estuaries management scheme(Natura 2000) promotes new fishingopportunities and marine tourism

A balanced sustainable use of our estuary,agreed and supported by the community

A willingness amongst people representingconservation or local authority interests to tryharder to integrate better with big businessesand willingness to learn about businessneeds

Offshore resource map and strategy forsustainable use

Real cost of development in flood risk areaspushed onto the developers for the long-term(maintenance of defences not taken over bylocal authorities for mid-long term)

Sustainable fishery for Solway Diffuse pollution reduced to a minimum and

no toxic inputs

A thriving sustainable local fishing industry

Industry involved in creating and promotingnature conservation features of site


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VISIONS FOR UNDERSTANDING/AWARENESS RAISING/INVOLVEMENT

Strong community base involvement indecision making and management

Review of local bye laws on estuary

Created the International Centre for Estuarine

Development with conference facilities andflash, expensive office facilities next door tonew aquarium extension of North Queensferry. So I can have an office with a view intoa huge fish tank!

Continued support form partners in the Colne

Achievements of projects on the groundparticularly relating to access andinterpretation around estuary

Greater awareness of coast and its value.Everyone to realise the consequences oftheir own actions

Better understanding of archeologicalfeatures recently discovered in estuariesmud!

True and effective involvement of the public

Essex Shoreline Management Plan agreedwithout conflict following successfulconsultation through estuary partnerships

Greater involvement of the community Increased public awareness of Thames as a

reliable natural resource and associatedissues

Measurably raised level of awareness ofmarine/coastal issues in the local community

Respect of all stakeholder groups

A local slot on radio and TV for thepartnership

Coast NET to provide all training andexchanges of info etc

Full community involvement in ICZM

A series of awards from the partnership toreward a variety of good outcomes

Greater involvement in (water courses) andcoast through adoption schemes

An environment that attracts people to wantto visit, enjoy and learn about

Better understanding of/commitment to/withinpartner organisations of the three equal legsof sustainable development

Education of partners on all the issues in theCoastal Zone

Local/regional press reporting on partnershipoutputs/outcomes

Promoting awareness of the coast and ofICZM in general the public need to bemade more aware (in particular)

Greater awareness of legislation by allpartners eg Habitat Regulations, Modernising

Trust Ports Understanding what ICZM means by

everyone on coast

High profile of coast as destination for visitorsand residents

More local people/communities aware of ExeEstuary Partnership and its role

Excellent public awareness andunderstanding of shoreline managementoptions

Wide public and government appreciation of

the value of the coast economic, natural,environment, as a play space, beautiful placeetc

SPG implemented for waterside areas(through involvement of local communities)

Greater, more participatory communityinvolvement

More widespreadrecognition/consciousness/pride in coastalheritage connections

Involving all the stakeholders effectively andwith sign up throughout their organisations

To understand where the outcomes ofPartnership will fit with others so it formsjoined up thinking

To further promote and a key group in thecreation of the coastal Ministry

Amongst partners greater understanding ofaspirations of other authorities andstakeholders

Greater awareness and understanding ofestuarine ecosystem

Amongst stakeholders greater understandingof UK and European legislation relating tocoastal area

Developed a series of learning materialsrelated to the National Curriculum in schoolsdrawing on partnership outcomes

Tourism promotion and related interpretationconsistent around the estuary

Bigger influence in local planning

Coastal communities actively involved inmanaging their area

Cross sectoral understanding and policyintegration

Acknowledgement of the SEP around theestuary, with its aims and objectives known

Involvement in implementation of Waterframework Directive through coordinatingpublic participation

To have a better understanding of the effectsof climate change

To have clearly illustrated the benefits ofPartnership to the community and this tohave been understood

Acceptance that expertise does not solelyrest with professionals

Delivery of projects which enhance theestuary and improve knowledge of it

Improved and sustained communication andcooperation between partners and also allstakeholders in the estuary

Friends of the Colne Estuary meet for thirdAGM 500 attend in a packed hall

Greater ownership less need to be led byhand


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VISIONS FOR INFORMATION, RESEARCH AND INDICATORS Full ICZMAP data coverage throughout the

UK with a scientific resolution of the verticaldatum issue

Improved sharing of information, knowledgeand data information sources environmental database?

All decisions made by Partnerships are

based on factual evidence rather thanpersonal perceptions

Centres of knowledge/excellence

A research programme supporting thepartnership work and outcomes

Networked marine data centre deliveredthrough environmental record centreavailable on-line

Central source of information related to theEstuary

To be perceived as a provider of high quality,unbiased, reliable data on which to makemanagement decisions about the estuary

GIS to identify conflicts more readily toenable solutions/resolutions

Produce state of the estuary report and

review annually (and fill gaps in knowledgethat arise)

Harmonised transnational GIS andmetadatabase

Strategy for research needs and a plan for itsachievement

Improved access to coastal data

Various research programmes beingundertaken in partnership

National database of coastal information link to UKHO ICZM mapping??

Relevant authorities continuing/undertakingappropriate monitoring

Better understanding of natural dynamiccoastal processes and ecosystems

Established an informal working groupcoordinating a suite of research in the regioncovering social, economic and environmentalaspects

Clear indicators of benefits of ICZM

Partnership delivers well on all nationallyagreed indicators

Clear indicators of success of project withtime frame

Demonstrable evidence of real additionalitytested against soft and hard performanceindicators

Developing monitoring or an assessmentapproach to try and quantify the benefits of

management Hub for research initiatives in the Thames

VISIONS FOR RESOURCES AND SUPPORT

Local Authorities and funding partners signedto a funding formula to allow for long termperspective

Partnership to secure funding for next 10years + from more secure financial avenue

Full buy in and commitment

More consistency in funding for partnerships Long term partner commitment and political

support

Funding security. More secure allocatedbudgets rather than constantly chasing funds

Government marine department(s) fund andparticipate in marine programme

An element of Government funding andassociated responsibility and accountability

Long term stability

Viable mechanism for on-going core funding

Essex Coastal Forum agrees 10 year jointfunding arrangements for all estuarypartnerships

A well supported, professional andsustainable partnership office (including

finance, human resources etc) Financially sustainable

A secure foundation on which to base thelong term future of the estuary partnership

Self sustaining in terms of funding and ownpremises rather than having hostorganisation

Much bigger, well resourced ICZM

Documents

Coastal Partnetship Forum 2003 - Final Report With Transcript