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<p>The management of Marine Protected Areas (MPAs) is a devolved competency and the
information provided therefore relates to England only.</p><p> </p><p>The Marine Management
Organisation (MMO) holds data on the nationality and fishing method used by all commercial
fishing vessels in English waters. This data includes a combination of vessel monitoring
system data and landings records. MMO monitors fishing activities, including within
MPAs, on an ongoing basis. MMO is currently delivering an ambitious project to assess
the impacts of, and where necessary, manage fishing activity in all English offshore
MPAs. Part of this involves regular meetings with key stakeholders, including Oceana,
and calls for evidence and public consultations.</p>
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