The Solent Forum

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The Solent Forum is an independent coastal partnership, established in 1992 to develop a greater understanding among the many local and harbour authorities, user groups, marine businesses and agencies involved in planning and management of the Solent. It assists and advises them in carrying out their functions. The Forum now has over 50 members organisations representing a wide range of sectors. Download the Solent Forum brochure.

Events & Notifications

Natural Environment Group - 23/04/25

The Solent Forum's Natural Environment Group will next meet on 23rd April 2025 via MS Teams. Read More

SEMS Management Group - 17/9/2025

The SEMS Management Group will meet on 17th September 2025 via MS Teams. Read More

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Moorings, consents and advice

Posted 07/03/2025 09:44

The Marine Management Organisation has produced guidance on the environmental benefits of advanced mooring systems over traditional moorings, as well as the consent and marine licencing process.

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Call for bids for Natural Environment Group (NEG) project funding for 2025/26

Posted 10/02/2025 12:40

We are issuing a call for bids for Natural Environment Group (NEG) project funding for 2025/26. All the information, including the bidding pro forma, is available via the SEMS website.

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