Abstract
Summary Objective: To develop and maintain the necessary guidelines and networks for response to an oil or chemical spill incident in marine waters of England and Wales. The programme has two key elements: 1, The development of Expert Guidelines to set out sampling and logistics options, methods, considerations and essential information required for impact assessment in the short, medium and long-terms; 2. The development of a network of national and regional experts, samplers, fisheries contacts, analytical providers and facilities that may be required at short-notice to respond after an incident. Key Customer Purpose: The national authorities responsible for marine spill response in English/Welsh waters have well formulated national contingency plans and environmental advice mechanisms. However, the expertise, resources, networks and logistical planning that are required to achieve prompt and effective impact assessment and monitoring are not formally in place.
United Kingdom