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Marine and Coastal Access Bill [HL]

I am grateful for the Minister’s response, which does a great deal to reassure statutory conservation bodies and, indeed, public authorities. It is most important that he has made it clear that advice and guidance can be given at any time. I was particularly taken by the noble Baroness’s comments that conservation bodies need to feel that they can evaluate risk assessments, take a risk-assessment approach to anticipate future hazards if these situations are likely to arise and advise the authorities on these matters in advance of disaster, rather than just reacting to difficulties. I am reassured by the Minister’s response. I beg leave to withdraw the amendment. Amendment A167 withdrawn. Amendments A168 to A171 not moved. Clause 121 agreed. Clause 122: Duties of public authorities in relation to certain decisions Amendments A172 to A175 not moved. Clause 122 agreed.