CONSULTATION BRIEF ON THE WASTE MANAGEMENT (LANDFILL)(AMENDMENT) REGULATIONS, 2019

1. BACKGROUND

The Waste Management (Landfill) (Amendment) Regulations, 2019 were published as Legal Notice 7 of 2019 in the Government Gazette of Malta No. 20,120 on 18 January 2019. These regulations cater for an omission in the previous transposition process of EU Directive 1999/31/EC of 26 April 1999 on the landfill of waste. The latter Directive was transposed through Legal Notice 168 of 2002, i.e. the Waste Management (Landfill) Regulations (S.L 549.29), however, the definition of ‘treatment’ as contained in article 2(h) of the Directive, was omitted from the Maltese regulations. Consequently, S.L 549.29 has been amended to include this definition as it stands in the Directive in order to ensure harmonisation of definitions within the EU member states.

2. IMPLICATIONS

The Waste Management (Landfill) (Amendment) Regulations, 2019, consists of two regulations, the title and the addition of a definition of ‘treatment’ in the principal regulations: ““treatment” means the physical, thermal, chemical or biological processes, including sorting, that change the characteristics of the waste in order to reduce its volume or hazardous nature, facilitate its handling or enhance recovery;”.

The above definition corresponds to that already found in the EU Landfill Directive and implies that pursuant to Article 6(a) of the said Directive, both the quantity and hazardous nature of waste intended for landfill should be reduced where appropriate and treatment must change the characteristics of the waste before it is landfilled.

3. COMMENTS

The Waste Management (Landfill) (Amendment) Regulations, 2019, were published through the use of article 54 and article 55(2) of the Environment Protection Act (Cap 549) due to a declaration of urgency for their publication by the Minister responsible for the Environment. In line with article 55(3) of Cap 549, the public is invited to make submissions to ERA with their comments as to why and how these regulations could be amended.

The Waste Management (Landfill) (Amendment) Regulations, 2019, are available from the following link.

Comments will be received by email on [email protected], until 18 February 2019.

Waste Management (Landfill) (Amendment) Regulations, 2019​​​
Post Consultation Brief on the Waste Management (Landfill) (Amendment) Regulations, 2019​

CONSULTATION BRIEF

Start date: 21 January 2019
Closing date: 4 February 2019
Title of the public consultation: Intent & Objectives: Single-Use Plastic Products Strategy for Malta, 2019-2025 – Re-think Plastic
Ministry: Ministry for Environment, Sustainable Development and Climate Change
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), in collaboration with the Ministry for Environment, Sustainable Development and Climate Change is preparing a national strategy for the reduction of single-use plastic items in the Maltese Islands. This document shall be entitled “Single-use plastic products Strategy for Malta, 2019-2025 – Re-think plastic”. The Strategy shall be in line with the European Union Strategy for Plastics in a Circular Economy. The aim of the strategy will be to ensure the protection of the environment and human health from plastic pollution.

Items, that are entirely or partially made of plastics, that are used once and then are disposed of, are commonly used in everyday life. Such items constitute an important element of our economy. On the other hand, such items have low rates of reuse, recovery and recycling when compared with other recyclables such as paper, metals and glass. The majority of plastic waste is generally either sent to the landfill or incinerated. Yet, a significant amount of items made from plastic may end up as litter in the marine or terrestrial environment.

The objectives of this Strategy are to:

  1. Reduce consumption of single-use plastic (SUP) products; and
  2. Increase the quality and quantities of Single-Use Plastic waste collected for recycling.
2. Consultation

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

3. Submission of feedback:

 E-mail: [email protected]

4. 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 Please be informed that comments submitted, together with the identity of the contributor, may be published online at the end of the public consultation, unless the contributor objects to the publication of his/her personal data. In this case, the contribution may be published in anonymous form.

 

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

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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
MT – Regolamenti tal-2018 dwar Qafas fil-Politika Ambjentali tal-Baħar
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