SNP Outlines Plans for Dedicated Legislation to Protect Coastline
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By Frank Urquhart  THE new Scottish National Party administration is planning to introduce a dedicated Marine Bill for Scotland, placing sustainability at the centre of the future management of its coastline and seas, it was revealed yesterday.
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The Scottish Government is expected to outline its plans for the future of Scottish Enterprise.
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Much of the Welsh coastline is threatened by erosion and flooding over the next century,  the National Trust says.
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State wildlife officials announced plans Friday to revive a program to create marine reserves along California's 1,100-mile coast.
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The Scottish Executive vows to protect Scotland's salmon farming industry from foreign imports.
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An expert panel will advise the Scottish government on safety following a rise in deaths on Scotland's roads.
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South African experts have put before parliament proposals to limit shark attacks along Cape Town's beaches while balancing the need for conservation.
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A five-year plan to create safer, cleaner and greener neighbourhoods is unveiled by the prime minister.
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A marine reserve is to be created off the island of Arran to protect bio-diversity, according to the Scottish government.
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Rising sea levels are threatening parts of the Giant's Causeway and other NI coastal areas.
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By john ross  SCOTTISH Natural Heritage yesterday confirmed its objection to a huge wind farm planned for Lewis.   SNH board members reiterated their previous view that land covered by special protection area status might be harmed by the development.
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Members of the Scottish Parliament are expected to pass, in principle, the Gaelic Language Bill.
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By PETER B. LORD  Any plans for restoring your local environment?   The Coastal Resources Management Council is seeking pre- proposals for habitat-restoration projects throughout the state.
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By GRAEME SMITH  THE level of opposition to the proposed coastal and marine national park for Scotland has "staggered" Ross Finnie, Minister for Environment and Rural Development.
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Public consultation begins on proposals to extend protection for marine life around Britain.
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By Victoria Mitchell  SCOTLAND'S bathing beaches have never been cleaner, it was confirmed yesterday.  More than 60 designated bathing areas on the coast passed tough European standards for the first time in 20 years.
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Congress was poised to pass a bill Saturday to revamp management of the nation's marine fisheries and strengthen protections against overfishing of dwindling stocks.