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Studland Bay voluntary no anchor zone survey request

11 December 2023   (0 Comments)

The UK Government's Marine Management Organisation has called for views and feedback on the effectiveness of the voluntary no anchor zone (VNAZ) in Studland Bay in 2023. 

Now in its second year, the purpose of the VNAZ is to protect the bay’s valuable seagrass beds, and the animals it is home to, from damage from the dropping and weighing of anchors. 

They are asking for your help to improve our understanding of the VNAZ, how it is protecting the site, what’s worked well, and what can be improved to ensure Studland Bay continues to be protected in the future. The survey will contribute towards their 2023 review.

They ask you to please take 10 minutes to complete their online survey before it closes on 10 January 2024. 

They are unable to accept partially completed surveys. Therefore, please ensure that you respond to all relevant questions as fully as possible and submit your survey response at the end.