Powers available to harbour masters to deal with abandoned vessels
An abandoned vessel can pose a significant risk to safety, navigation, the environment and the…
April 6, 2020 By Toby Claridge
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High tide – Jetskiing successfully prosecuted for Harbour Commissioners
Experts in Stephens Scown LLP’s marine team have helped to conclude a criminal prosecution for…
February 12, 2020 By Chris Tofts
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The Business Bank of Mum and Dad
We have seen a rise in businesses obtaining loan finance from friends, family or business…
November 27, 2019 By Tim Lane
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Permanent moorings and squatter’s rights
Moored boats are a familiar sight on our rivers and waterways – some boats are…
November 27, 2019 By Richard Bagwell
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Blue Belt Protection
New coastal development projects will need to consider Marine Conservation Zones Earlier this year 41…
November 27, 2019 By Chris Tofts
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Relief for mooring licence holders
A recent Supreme Court decision has looked at whether the court can grant relief from…
November 27, 2019 By Richard Bagwell
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Brexit readiness for marine businesses
As at the date of this article, the British Government has produced some 196 guidance…
August 20, 2019 By Tim Lane
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All I have I share with you… but not the yacht.
Many marine businesses are family run and more often than not, the family’s priority is…
August 19, 2019 By Kirstin Sibley
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Flooding and erosion – who is responsible?
Flooding has hit the headlines again recently with the launch of the Environment Agency’s “Draft…
May 21, 2019 By Richard Bagwell
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Just recruited someone for your marine business… now what?
It is an exciting time for your business when you take on a new person;…
May 21, 2019 By Carianne Matta
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Running a boatyard? Don’t fall foul of water pollution laws
The day-to-day running of busy boatyards can make it hard to keep track of everything…
May 21, 2019 By Chris Tofts
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Employee ownership – what’s in it for marine businesses?
Employee ownership (EO) is growing rapidly within the UK (and abroad) as an enticing way…
February 21, 2019 By Christian Wilson