This report provides guidance for advancing National Marine Parks (NMPs), based on Blue Marine’s NMP programme. It includes scoping in over ten locations across England, Wales, and Scotland, investment in Plymouth Sound NMP, and the establishment of a strategic working group. The report outlines “Ten Steps towards a National Marine Park” for local and national stakeholders, summarizing the 2022-23 work of the strategic group, including defining NMP purpose, objectives, and principles. It also includes a legal review of National Parks and advocacy opportunities identified by Blue Marine Foundation.
Is the EU on track to achieve 30 per cent protection of its waters by 2030?
New report by Blue Marine assesses the EU’s progress towards protecting 30 per cent of its waters by 2030 and provides recommendations to EU stakeholders.
05 February 2026
