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Environmental and wildlife organisations


The Environment Agency

Environmental regulator and navigation authority for England & Wales

Scottish Natural Heritage

Securing the conservation and enhancement of Scotland's natural heritage

Countryside Council for Wales

Sustaining natural beauty, wildlife and the opportunity for outdoor enjoyment in Wales and its inshore waters.

Natural England
From October 2006 will combine English Nature, the environment activities of the Rural Development Service and the Countryside Agency’s Landscape, Access and Recreation division.

Northern Ireland Environment Agency

Protecting, conserving, regulating and promoting Northern Irelands natural heritage

Marine Conservation Society
A UK charity dedicated to protecting the marine environment and its wildlife

Nature on the map

Identifying local wildlife and location of SSSI's and nature reserves

Royal Society for the Protection of Birds
Securing a healthy environment for birds and wildlife

Whale and Dolphin Conservation Society
Report sightings of whales and dolphins

WiSe Scheme
Take a wildlife watching course

 

Marine and waterway organisations

Maritime and Coastguard Agency
Continually improving maritime safety and protecting the marine environment

British Waterways
Responsible for maintaining 2,000 miles of inland waterway network

Inland Waterways Association
Ensuring that existing waterways and their surroundings are conserved and maintained in the best possible condition and developed sensibly

Broads Authority
Conserving and enhancing the natural beauty of the Broads, promoting the enjoyment of the Broads protecting the interests of navigation

Boat Safety Scheme
Promoting safety on the inland waterways in respect of boats, their installations and components

Scottish Inland Waterway Association
Campaigning for a secure future for Scotland’s inland waterways on behalf of all users

Inland Waterways Northern Ireland
Dedicated to the restoration and controlled development of navigable canals, rivers and lakes

Association of Inland Navigation Authorities

The industry body in the UK for inland navigation authorities

Statutory Organisations and Legislation

Scottish Environmental Protection Agency (SEPA)

SEPA Guidance on the Water Framework Directive including timetable of activities

Natural England

Natural England

Water Framework Directive - England, Wales. Scotland and N Ireland