Public Consultation – National Strategy for Preventing and Mitigating the Impact of Invasive Alien Species (IAS) in the Maltese Islands & National Sector-Specific Codes of Good Practice in relation to IAS in the Maltese Islands

​CONSULTATION BRIEF
Start date: 5 December 2018
Closing date: 23 January 2019
Title of the public consultation: Public Consultation: National Strategy for Preventing and Mitigating the Impact of Invasive Alien Species (IAS) in the Maltese Islands & National Sector-Specific Codes of Good Practice in relation to Invasive Alien Species in the Maltese Islands
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Ministry: MESDC
Entity: Environment & Resources Authority
1. Background

In terms of Article 51 of the Environment Protection Act (Cap. 549), it is duly notified that the Environment and Resources Authority (ERA) has prepared this National Strategy and these Codes of Good Practice, in line with the National Biodiversity Strategy and Action Plan (NBSAP) and in line with the requirements of the same Act.

This Strategy and accompanying National Codes of Good Practice (drawn up in tandem with the strategy but as separate documents) have been designed for use by all those stakeholders involved in the regulation, movement and use of, as well as management of, alien species in the Maltese Islands. This Strategy and accompanying National Codes of Good Practice fulfil the requirements of Malta’s National Biodiversity Strategy and Action Plan (NBSAP, 2012-2020; Measures BI1 to BI4).

The Strategy and its recommendations will create the impetus needed to achieve the national target that: ‘By 2020, measures are in place to prevent, in so far as practical, the introduction and establishment of new invasive non-native species, while those that are established are identified and prioritised for eradication or control, where feasible’. This requires a cross-sectoral approach to tackle IAS by identifying all sectoral stakeholders, raising their awareness and motivating them to contribute to the prevention, early detection and control of invasive alien species. Collective action will contribute towards the achievement of goals to combat invasive alien species for the benefit of all.

Additionally the National Codes of Good Practice, have been designed for use by all those stakeholders involved in the regulation, movement and use of, as well as management of, alien species in the Maltese Islands.

These Codes of Good Practice:

  • raise awareness and promote good practice to curb the risks associated with introducing and using alien species that exhibit an invasive potential;
  • put forward a series of recommendations based on the principle of self-regulation, tailored to particular sectors;
  • provide practical and concise guidance in establishing common standards of good practice and responsible attitudes and behaviours when using alien species in that sector;
  • complement national legislation and support the implementation of the proposed National Strategy on Invasive Alien Species.​
2. Consultation questions

The public is invited to submit any feedback or comments on this National Strategy and accompanying National Codes of Good Practice.

3. Documents
4. Submission of feedback:

By E-mail to: [email protected].

5. Further notes:

For further information: contact ERA on [email protected] or on 2292 3500​​​

​CONSULTATION BRIEF
Start date: 25 September 2018
Closing date: 23 October 2018
Title of the public consultation: Malta’s Proposed Green Infrastructure Information Document
Ministry: MESDC
Entity: Environment & Resources Authority
1. Background

In terms of Article 51 of the Environment Protection Act (Cap. 549)​, it is duly notified that the Environment and Resources Authority (ERA) is preparing a document entitled “Investing in the Multi-functionality of Green Infrastructure (GI): An Information Document to support GI Thinking in Malta”, in line with the National Biodiversity Strategy and Action Plan (NBSAP)​ as adopted by the Government of Malta in terms of the same Act.

Measure EN4 of the NBSAP states that components for building a green infrastructure (as a holistic framework for resource planning and conservation) are to be strengthened to improve the ecological coherence of Natura 2000, via integration into the broader landscape, and hence to curb habitat fragmentation, improve adaptation to climate change and aid in integrated flood management.

Measure SI6 also notes the role and importance of the principles of integrated planning so as to devise measures to safeguard the wider countryside from urban sprawl, to support urban biodiversity and to contribute towards the EU priorities on a Green Infrastructure (GI).

The main objectives of the proposed GI Information Document are:

  • to provide a concise and informative account of the concept of GI and promote and motivate additional initiatives at varying levels;
  • to address what constitutes GI and its related benefits, with an overview of national policies that currently promote GI implementation in Malta;
  • to explore EU funding instruments that include GI as an eligible priority for investment;
  • to provide case examples of GI-related initiatives and projects of a local, national or transboundary nature;
  • to assist in the development of a Green Infrastructure Action Plan for the Maltese Islands.
2. Consultation questions

The public is invited to submit any feedback or comments on the Information Document.

3. Documents

The proposed Information Document is available for public consultation at the following web link: An Information Document to Support GI Thinking in Malta.

4. Submission of feedback:

Feedback is to be sent to [email protected].

5. Further notes:

For further information: contact ERA on [email protected] or on 2292 3500.

Public Submissions & Responses

CONSULTATION BRIEF

Start date: 27 July 2018
Closing date: 10 August 2018
Title of the public consultation: Malta’s Proposed National Action Plan on Desertification and Land Degradation
Ministry: MESDC
Entity: Environment & Resources Authority
1. Background

In terms of Article 51 of the Environment Protection Act (Cap. 549), it is duly notified that the Environment and Resources Authority (ERA) is preparing a “National Action Plan on Desertification and Land Degradation in the Maltese Islands”, in line with the National Biodiversity Strategy and Action Plan (NBSAP) as adopted by the Government of Malta in terms of the same Act.

Measure NR2 of the NBSAP addresses the need for the sustainable use of natural resources, with reference to soil, water and land, adding that land uses are to be commensurate with the management of soil and by inference, water resources across the Maltese Islands. Such uses are also to contribute towards the requirements of the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD) to develop desertification NAPs.

The main objectives of the proposed National Action Plan are:

  • to develop long-term strategies to combat desertification, land degradation and the mitigation of the effects of drought, emphasising implementation;
  • to streamline and integrate the strategy with other policies, linked with biodiversity, climate change, soil, agriculture and land use, sustainable development and other relevant environmental policies;
  • to identify the factors contributing to desertification and practical measures necessary to combat desertification and mitigate the effects of drought;
  • to specify the respective roles of government, local communities and land users and related resource needs.
2. Consultation questions

The public is invited to submit any feedback or comments on the intent and
objectives of this National Action Plan.

3. Documents

n/a

4. Submission of feedback

E-mail: [email protected]

5. Further notes

The proposed Information Document will be available for public consultation in due course at the following web link.

For further information: contact ERA on [email protected] or on 2292 3500.

CONSULTATION BRIEF

Start date: 27 July 2018
Closing date: 10 August 2018
Title of the public consultation: Malta’s Proposed Green Infrastructure Information Document
Ministry: MESDC
Entity: Environment & Resources Authority
1. Background

In terms of Article 51 of the Environment Protection Act (Cap. 549), it is duly notified that the Environment and Resources Authority (ERA) is preparing a document entitled “Investing in the Multi-functionality of Green Infrastructure (GI): An Information Document to support GI Thinking in Malta”, in line with the National Biodiversity Strategy and Action Plan (NBSAP) as adopted by the Government of Malta in terms of the same Act.

Measure EN4 of the NBSAP states that components for building a green infrastructure (as a holistic framework for resource planning and conservation) are to be strengthened to improve the ecological coherence of Natura 2000, via integration into the broader landscape, and hence to curb habitat fragmentation, improve adaptation to climate change and aid in integrated flood management.

Measure SI6 also notes the role and importance of the principles of integrated
planning so as to devise measures to safeguard the wider countryside from urban sprawl, to support urban biodiversity and to contribute towards the EU priorities on a Green Infrastructure (GI).

The main objectives of the proposed GI Information Document are:

  • to provide a concise and informative account of the concept of green infrastructure and promote and motivate additional initiatives at varying levels;
  • to address what constitutes GI and its related benefits, with an overview of national policies that currently promote GI implementation in Malta;
  • to explore EU funding instruments that include GI as an eligible priority for investment;
  • to provide case examples of GI-related initiatives and projects of a local, national or transboundary nature;
  • to assist in the development of a Green Infrastructure Action Plan for the Maltese Islands.
2. Consultation questions

The public is invited to submit any feedback or comments on the intent and objectives of this Information Document.

3. Documents

n/a

4. Submission of feedback

E-mail: [email protected]

5. Further notes

The proposed Information Document will be available for public consultation in due course at the following web link.

For further information: contact ERA on [email protected] or on 2292 3500.

Malta’s Proposed National Strategy on Invasive Alien Species

Start date: 27 July 2018
Closing date: 10 August 2018
Title of the public consultation: Malta’s Proposed National Strategy on Invasive Alien Species
Ministry: MESDC
Entity: Environment & Resources Authority
1. Background

In terms of Article 51 of the Environment Protection Act (Cap. 549), it is duly notified that the Environment and Resources Authority (ERA) is preparing a “National Strategy for Preventing and Mitigating the Impact of Invasive Alien Species in the Maltese Islands”, in line with the National Biodiversity Strategy and Action Plan (NBSAP) as adopted by the Government of Malta in terms of the same Act.

Measure BI2 of the NBSAP identified the need to set up a systematic and coherent national strategy on invasive non-native species based on the Convention on Biological Diversity’s three-stage hierarchical approach, which includes prevention, early detection of the species, and rapid action by eradication, containment and control (where feasible).

The main objectives of the proposed ‘National Strategy on Invasive Alien Species’ are:

  • To establish a comprehensive and proactive framework for dealing with invasions of non-native species;
  • To provide coordinated measures for: prevention of harmful introductions, risk
    assessments, early detection, rapid response and factors to be considered for effective management and follow-up;
  • To contribute to the conservation of ecosystems and their associated services, as well as social and economic safeguard through the elimination of the pressures and threats posed by invasive alien species;
  • To give an overview of the legal requirements of global, regional and national legislation as well as provides strategic direction on how to address invasive alien species at a national level followed by recommendations;
  • To fulfil the requirements of Malta’s National Biodiversity Strategy and Action Plan (NBSAP, 2012-2020; Measures BI1 to BI3) and to create the impetus needed to achieve the national biodiversity target that calls for prevention, control and eradication of invasive alien species.
2. Consultation questions

The public is invited to submit any feedback or comments on the intent and objectives of this National Strategy.

3. Documents

n/a

4. Submission of feedback:

E-mail: [email protected]

5. Further notes:

The proposed National Action Plan will be available for public consultation in duecourse at the following web link.

For further information: contact ERA on [email protected] or on 2292 3500.

Malta’s Proposed National Codes of Good Practice

Start date: 27 July 2018
Closing date: 10 August 2018
Title of the public consultation: Malta’s Proposed National Codes of Good Practice on Invasive Alien Species
Ministry: MESDC
Entity: Environment & Resources Authority
1. Background

In terms of Article 51 of the Environment Protection Act (Cap. 549), it is duly notified that the Environment and Resources Authority (ERA) is preparing “National SectorSpecific Codes of Good Practice in relation to Invasive Alien Species in the Maltese Islands”, in line with the National Biodiversity Strategy and Action Plan (NBSAP) as adopted by the Government of Malta in terms of the same Act.

Measure BI4 of the NBSAP identified the need that key stakeholder groups (such as traders like pet shops, breeders and nurseries, as well as land and sea users) cooperate to prevent the unwanted release and/or escape and spread of non-native and invasive species into the environment. To assist this, national codes of best practices will be established in consultation with key stakeholders and adopted for those sectors that can aid the introduction and spread of invasive species.

The main objectives of the proposed ‘National Codes of Best Practice’ are:

  • To set up a series of sector-specific codes to raise awareness and promote good practice to curb the risks associated with introducing and using alien species that exhibit an invasive potential;
  • To put forward a series of recommendations based on the principle of selfregulation, tailored to a particular sector, that may aid the introduction and spread of alien species
  • To provide practical and concise guidance in establishing common standards of good practice and responsible attitudes and behaviours when using alien species in that sector
  • To provide policy documents that are complementary to national legislation and support the implementation of the proposed National Strategy on Invasive Alien Species.
2. Consultation questions

The public is invited to submit any feedback or comments on the intent and objectives of these Codes of Good Practice.

3. Documents

n/a

4. Submission of feedback

E-mail: [email protected]

5. Further notes

The proposed Strategy will be available for public consultation in due course at the following web link.

For further information: contact ERA on [email protected] or on 2292 3500.

CONSULTATION BRIEF ON THE REDUCTION OF LIGHTWEIGHT PLASTIC CARRIER BAGS (DRAFT REGULATIONS AMENDING THE WASTE MANAGEMENT (PACKAGING AND PACKAGING WASTE) REGULATIONS)

1. BACKGROUND TO DIRECTIVE 94/62/EC ON PACKAGING AND PACKAGING WASTE

European Parliament and Council Directive 94/62/EC of 20 December 1994 on packaging and packaging waste (hereinafter referred to as Directive 94/62/EC) was published in the Official Journal of the European Communities on 31 December 1994. This Directive covers all packaging placed on the European market and all packaging waste. Furthermore, it aims:

  • To harmonise national measures concerning the management of packaging and packaging waste, in order to prevent any impact thereof on the environment and thus, providing a high level of environmental protection;
  • To ensure the functioning of the internal market, avoiding barriers to trade as well as averting market distortion and restrictions within the Community; and
  • To prevent the production of packaging waste and at reusing packaging, at recycling and other forms of recovering packaging waste, thus reducing the disposal of such waste.

Malta has transposed the provisions of Directive 94/62/EC under Subsidiary Legislation 549.43 – the Waste Management (Packaging and Packaging Waste) Regulations, 2007, as published by Legal Notice 277 of 2006 (hereinafter referred to as S.L. 549.43).

2. REDUCING THE CONSUMPTION OF LIGHTWEIGHT PLASTIC CARRIER BAGS

Directive (EU) 2015/720 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 29 April 2015 amends Directive 94/62/EC so as to reduce the consumption of lightweight plastic carrier bags. The transposition of the said Directive was carried out through the publication of Legal Notice 227 of 2017, which amended the Waste Management (Packaging and Packaging Waste) Regulations (S.L 549.43).

The latter amended regulation 10 of S.L. 549.43 and introduced the provision whereby national measures, which may include the use of national reduction targets, economic instruments and marketing restrictions, are to be adopted, with the aim to achieve a sustained reduction in the consumption of lightweight plastic carrier bags within the territory of Malta. Such measures shall include either or both of the following:-

  1. measures ensuring that the annual consumption level does not exceed 90 lightweight plastic carrier bags per person by 31 December 2019 and 40 lightweight plastic carrier bags per person by 31 December 2025, or equivalent targets set in weight; or
  2. instruments ensuring that by 31 December 2018, lightweight plastic carrier bags are not provided free of charge at the point of sale of goods or products, unless equally effective instruments are implemented.

To this effect, regulation 10 of the Waste Management (Packaging and packaging Waste) Regulations, S.L. 549.43, particularly paragraph (b) of sub-regulation (1), is to be amended with the aim to specify the measure that Malta has adopted to achieve a sustained reduction in the consumption of lightweight plastic carrier bags.

The draft amending Regulations therefore refer to the use of option (b) above, thereby indicating that the measure adopted shall include the imposition of fees and tariffs as provided for by the Excise Duty Act, Cap. 382, depending on the environmental impact of lightweight plastic carrier bags when they are recovered or disposed of, their composting properties, durability or specific intended use.

3. COMMENTS

The draft Regulations amending Subsidiary Legislation 549.43 – the Waste Management (Packaging and Packaging Waste) Regulations may be viewed here.

The Ministry for the Environment, Sustainable Development and Climate Change and the Environment and Resources Authority welcomes any feedback on the proposed amendments.

You may wish to submit any comments by August 27, 2018 on the following email addresses: [email protected] or [email protected].

The Ministry for the Environment, Sustainable Development and Climate Change and the Environment and Resources Authority shall take into consideration your concerns and comments.

Waste Management (Packaging and Packaging Waste) (Amendment) Regulations – EN
Waste Management (Packaging and Packaging Waste) (Amendment) Regulations – MT
Post Consultation Brief on the packaging regulations

CONSULTATION BRIEF ON THE ASSESSMENT AND MANAGEMENT OF ENVIRONMENT NOISE (AMENDMENT) REGULATIONS, 2018

1. BACKGROUND

The aim of the proposed Assessment and Management of Environment Noise (Amendment) Regulations, 2018, is to transpose the obligations arising from Commission Directive (EU) 2015/996 of 19 May 2015 establishing common noise assessment methods, according to Directive 2002/49/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council, as from 31 December 2018. The former Directive replaces Annex II of the original environmental noise Directive 2002/49/EC.

Directive 2002/49/EC was transposed into national law through the Assessment and Management of Environment Noise Regulations (S.L 549.37), which aims to avoid, prevent or reduce the harmful effects, including annoyance, due to the exposure to environmental noise. These regulations are therefore being amended to cater for the addition of the new Directive 2015/996, and to formally integrate the relevant annexes from the original Directive into national legislation to ensure consistency in the transposition process.

2. IMPLICATIONS

The proposed Assessment and Management of Environment Noise (Amendment) Regulations, 2018 add the following Schedules to S.L 549.37, which correspond to the six annexes found in the EU Directives:

  1. Schedule I: Noise indicators referred to in regulation 6
  2. Schedule II: Assessment methods for the noise indicators referred to in sub-regulation 1 of regulation 7
  3. Schedule III: Assessment methods for harmful effects referred to in sub-regulation 3 of regulation 7
  4. Schedule IV: Minimum requirements for strategic noise mapping referred to in subregulation 3 of regulation 8
  5. Schedule V: Minimum requirements for action plans referred to in regulation 9
  6. Schedule VI: Additional data referred to in regulation 11.

The annexes are already applicable in Malta through the application of the Directive and its reference in S.L. 549.37, however by virtue of this amendment, the entire text of the annexes will be incorporated into S.L. 549.37 in order to ensure a streamlined and comprehensive piece of legislation. The new annex introduced by Directive 2015/996 introduces a harmonised methodology to be used throughout the EU for the assessing of noise.

The proposed regulations also amend regulation 11 of the principal regulations in order to fully transpose article 10(2) of the original Directive 2002/49/EC relating to the Competent Authority’s obligation to report to the Commission.

3. COMMENTS

The draft Assessment and Management of Environment Noise (Amendment) Regulations are available from the following link.

Comments will be received by email on [email protected], from July 6, 2018, for a period of 4 weeks, ending on August 3, 2018.

Assessment and Management of Environment Noise (amendment) Regulations, 2018
Post Consultation Brief_Noise Assessment

CONSULTATION BRIEF ON THE MARINE POLICY FRAMEWORK (AMENDMENT) REGULATIONS, 2018

1. BACKGROUND

The aim of the proposed Marine Policy Framework (Amendment) Regulations, 2018 is to transpose the obligations arising from Commission Directive (EU) 2017/845 of 17 May 2017 mending Directive 2008/56/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council as regards the indicative lists of elements to be taken into account for the preparation of marine strategies. The former Directive replaces Annex III of the original Directive 2008/56/EC.

Directive 2008/56/EC was transposed into national law through the Marine Policy Framework Regulations (S.L 549.62). The former Directive establishes a framework within which Member States shall take the necessary measures to achieve or maintain good environmental status in the marine environment by the year 2020 at the latest. Annex III of the Directive, transposed through Schedule II of S.L 549.62, contains an indicative lists of  haracteristics, pressures and impacts which Member states are obliged to take into consideration when assessing, monitoring, and establishing environmental targets and programmes.

After notification of the first cycle of implementation of their marine strategies, the EU Commission held that more efforts were urgently needed if Member States and the Union are to reach good environmental status by 2020. Therefore, in order to ensure that the second cycle yields more positive results, Annex III of Directive 2008/56/EC was revised to ensure a more coherent and consistent approach for assessments. Directive (EU) 2017/845 replaced Annex III with an updated indicative list of ecosystem elements, anthropogenic pressures and human activities relevant to the marine waters. The Marine Policy Framework Regulations thus require an amendment to cater for this.

2. IMPLICATIONS

The proposed Marine Policy Framework (Amendment) Regulations, 2018 replace Schedule II of S.L 549.62, which corresponds to the updated Annex III in Directive 2017/845. The new Schedule is entitled “Indicative lists of ecosystem elements, anthropogenic pressures and human activities relevant to the marine waters”.

The revision of Annex III was deemed necessary to complement the revised Commission Decision 2017/848/EU which stipulates criteria for assessment of Good Environmental Status. For this purpose, the updated Tables 1 and 2 of Schedule II directly link the elements listed in them with the qualitative descriptors laid down in Schedule I and provide a list of parameters and characteristics that would facilitate application of the criteria in the revised Commission Decision. There is also a clearer distinction between state and pressures, as well as an additional list of uses and human activities which may affect the marine environment. This ensures a comprehensive approach towards the assessment of status in the marine environment through consideration of the links across drivers, pressures, impacts and state. The revised Schedule also indicates which uses/activities need to be subject to the economic and social analysis of the use of marine waters.

3. COMMENTS

The draft Marine Policy Framework (Amendment) Regulations, 2018, are available from the following link.

Comments will be received by email on [email protected], from July 5, 2018, for a period of 4 weeks, ending on August 2, 2018.

Marine Policy Framework (Amendment) Regulations, 2018
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Post Consultation Brief.docx

The Environment and Resources Authority (ERA), as part of its commitment to safeguard the natural environment, may propose sites of national importance in view of their geological, geomorphological or physiographic features. This responsibility stems from the S. L. 549.44 – Flora, Fauna and Natural Habitats Protection Regulations. In this regard, ERA may issue a Conservation Order and/or a Protection Notice to maintain or restore the natural features present within such sites.

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CONSULTATION BRIEF ON THE WASTE MANAGEMENT (END OF LIFE VEHICLES) (AMENDMENT) REGULATIONS, 2018

1. BACKGROUND

The aim of the proposed regulations is to transpose the obligations arising from Commission Directive 2017/2096/EU of 15 November 2017 amending Annex II to Directive 2000/53/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council on end-of life vehicles. Directive 2000/53/EC (ELVs Directive) was originally transposed into national law through the Waste Management (End of Life Vehicles) Regulations (S.L 549.36), which aims to reduce the amount of waste and its impact from end-of-life vehicles (i.e. a vehicle which is waste). The designated Competent Authorities under the said regulations are the Environment and Resources Authority (ERA), the Malta Competition and Consumer Affairs Authority (MCCAA) and Transport Malta (TM).

Article 4(2) of the ELVs Directive prohibits the use of lead, mercury, cadmium or hexavalent Chromium in materials and components of vehicles put on the market after 1 July 2003 other than in cases listed in Annex II therein and under the conditions so specified. The aim is to prevent their release into the environment, make recycling easier, and avoiding the need to dispose of hazardous waste. Annex II of the Directive has been amended numerous times, the most recent being done through Commission Directive 2017/2096/EU. Article 4(2) and Annex II of the Directive are implemented nationally through regulation 4(2) and Schedule 3 of S.L 549.36. Consequently, these proposed regulations seek to amend this Schedule to cater for the amendments made to Annex II.

2. IMPLICATIONS

The proposed Waste Management (End of Life Vehicles) (Amendment) Regulations, 2018 replace Schedule 3 of S.L 549.36. This new Schedule takes into consideration technical and scientific developments on the use of lead for the materials and components covered by the exemptions listed in the Schedule. Current information suggests that lead substitutes may become available for certain material and components, and thus new review dates have been set for various exemptions therein; namely:

 Exemption 2(c), which was split into two sub-entries with different review dates:
  • 2(c)(i): Aluminium alloys for machining purposes with a lead content up to 0,4 % by weight – review date is 2021
  • 2(c)(ii): Aluminium alloys not included in entry 2(c)(i) with a lead content up to 0,4 % by weight
  • (applies to aluminium alloys where lead is not intentionally introduced but is present due to the use of recycled aluminium) – review date is 2024

Exemption 3: Copper alloys containing up to 4 % lead by weight – review date is 2021;

Exemption 5, which was split into two sub-entries:

  • 5(a): Lead in batteries in high-voltage systems (systems that have a voltage of > 75 V DC as defined in Directive 2006/95/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council of 12 December 2006 on the harmonisation of the laws of Member States relating to electrical equipment designed for use within certain voltage limits) that are used only for propulsion in M1 and N1 vehicles – Exemption will expire for vehicles type-approved before 1 January 2019 and spare parts for these vehicles;
  • 5(b): Lead in batteries for battery applications not included in entry 5(a) – review date is 2021.

3. COMMENTS

The draft Waste Management (End of Life Vehicles) (Amendment) Regulations, 2018 are available from the following link.

Comments will be received by email on [email protected], from 26 April 2018, for a period of 4 weeks, ending on 24 May 2018.

 

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