North East Kent European marine site: Overcoming barriers to conservation through community engagement

Thomas Roberts and Peter J.S. Jones

Marine Policy, 2013, vol. 41, issue C, 33-40

Abstract: This paper examines the nature of the management and governance structures underpinning the North East Kent European Marine Site (NEKEMS). It tells the story of how a strong and effective partnership has been built over the last 15 years, overcoming historical disputes between proponents of economic development and conservation. It explores a range of techniques used to encourage community engagement with marine conservation and looks at an innovative approach to community consultation. The development of social capital is identified as a central factor in the success of the partnership. Furthermore, the concept is also used as an analytical tool for evaluating the effectiveness of the partnership.

Keywords: Marine conservation; Community engagement; Social capital; United Kingdom; Kent; European Marine Site (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2013
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DOI: 10.1016/j.marpol.2012.12.016

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