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The Fishers Manifesto aligns with a number of key local reports & policies.
The Marine Resources Annual Report
The Marine Resources Annual Report reminds us that 'To mismanage our seas and oceans is to risk our own well-being.’
Ramsar
The international importance of Jersey’s marine ecology is recognised in the 190 km2 of key habitats that are designated as Ramsar (wetlands of international importance) areas and the 150 km2 of seabed and marine waters that are Marine Protected Areas under the OSPAR Convention.
Government Plan
Supporting the Fishers Manifesto helps improve Islanders’ understanding and appreciation of Jersey’s distinctive history, heritage and culture - something that is reflected in the Government Plan’s aim to ‘Protect our future by enhancing our island identity and international personality.’
Carbon Neutral Strategy
The Carbon Neutral Strategy sets out the islands plan to lower its carbon footprint. There are a number of measures focused on ensuring resilience and adaptation of natural capital - an important factor when it comes to protecting our ocean. Scientific research in the marine environment is also mentioned - ‘This is an area of local and international focus on the ‘blue economy’; ‘blue carbon’; species protection; marine plastics; fisheries management and fisheries agreements (in particular during and beyond Brexit).’
Common Strategic Policy
The Common Strategic Policy outlines five priorities for the island, two of which are particularly relevant to the Fishers Manifesto -
‘We will create a sustainable, vibrant economy and skilled local workforce for the future by delivering an economic framework to improve productivity, by nurturing and strengthening our financial services industry, by enhancing our international profile and promoting our island identity, by delivering the best outcomes from Brexit, and by improving skills in the local workforce to reduce Jersey’s reliance on inward migration.’
‘We will protect and value our environment by embracing environmental innovation and ambition, by protecting the natural environment through conservation, protection, sustainable resource use and demand management.’