Will the Minister detail how the proposed Ynys Enlli tidal development considers the section 6 biodiversity duty in the Environment (Wales) Act 2016 which states the need to maintain and enhance ecosystems?
The Section 6 duty in the Environment (Wales) Act 2016 to maintain and enhance ecosystems applies to public authorities. However, developments applying for regulatory consents from public authorities must take account of the Welsh National Marine Plan. Marine Plan Policy ENV_01: Resilient Marine Ecosystems, relates to the protection and enhancement of ecosystems.
As part of its application for any necessary regulatory consents, Nova Innovation, the developer behind the Ynys Enlli tidal stream development, will be required to demonstrate how its project is in accordance with Marine Plan policies