A campaign to improve reporting and the government’s response to oil pollution in the island’s harbours has been launched. The joint campaign between the Department of Infrastructure and the Department of Environment, Food and Agriculture aims to raise awareness with boat owners, the general public and visitors and will emphasise prevention tips and signpost for incident reporting. The government say the work is important to protect the harbour environment from unnecessary pollution.
A series of guidelines for harbour users (including recreational and fishing fleet) has been issued to ensure harbour conservation. They include: Wallet found after being stolen by seagull in the Isle of Man New Rushen Heritage Centre art exhibition captures the Isle of Man's natural beauty Some Isle of Man residents are having their rubbish collected by a 'man and van' New four-screen cinema, restaurants and apartments planned for Isle of Man car park Signs will also be installed at harbours around the island to provide information on pollution prevention and the legal consequences of not undertaking effective action. Minister for Environment, Food and Agriculture, Clare Barber MHK, said: ‘Harbour pollution poses a significant threat to marine life.
Just one litre of oil, or fuel, can pollute over one million litres of water. ‘Harmful toxins greatly disrupt the delicate balance of the natural wildlife and species found in our unique UNESCO Biosphere here in the Isle of Man. We must do all.
