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UK Overseas Territories Marine Protection Areas to double in four years
Speaking ahead of “Our Ocean” conference in Washington DC, Foreign Office Minister Sir Alan Duncan announced plans to double the area of ocean under marine protection around the UK Overseas Territories to around four million square kilometers, greater than the landmass of India. Read full article
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Disclaimer & comment rulesNot BOTS anymore then....
Sep 16th, 2016 - 09:33 am - Link - Report abuse 0UKOTS.....
No they are MPA's, and I'm assuming that they have the legal authority to do so. Otherwise there would be protests from all and sundry. Unless you can produce evidence of a contrary intent, you appear as what you are, a lone disgruntled Argentine apologist.
Sep 16th, 2016 - 11:18 am - Link - Report abuse 0The FCO doesn't have a shining record with remote islands and Marine Protected Areas. See Diego Garcia.
Sep 16th, 2016 - 11:59 am - Link - Report abuse 0Terry my boy.....;-)
Sep 16th, 2016 - 12:27 pm - Link - Report abuse 0Unless you can produce evidence that they are now officially called UKOTS and not BOTS, you appear as what you are, a lone disgruntled Falklands apologist...
What next a morph into EOTS....
“Unless you can produce evidence that they are now officially called UKOTS.” What an absurdity, it's you who is making this claim not me. So it's your burden not mine.
Sep 16th, 2016 - 12:39 pm - Link - Report abuse 0Don't blame me Terry me ole son....
Sep 16th, 2016 - 12:43 pm - Link - Report abuse 0It's the article referring to them as UKOTS instead of BOTS....
Tell them how absurd they are...
Terence, SIWAA's often get confused :-)
Sep 16th, 2016 - 12:43 pm - Link - Report abuse 0Can't anyone read....
Sep 16th, 2016 - 12:56 pm - Link - Report abuse 0and I quote...“In 2015 the UK Government committed to creating a ‘Blue Belt’ around the 14 UK Overseas Territories.”
Like in...:
Sep 16th, 2016 - 03:32 pm - Link - Report abuse 0”around the 14 UKOTS....
;-)
8 Voice
Sep 16th, 2016 - 04:08 pm - Link - Report abuse 0You are correct in that they appear to be using both designations now, https://www.gov.uk/government/uploads/system/uploads/attachment_data/file/14929/ot-wp-0612.pdf, https://www.gov.uk/government/uploads/system/uploads/attachment_data/file/14929/ot-wp-0612.pdf, But, whatever nomelecture they use I'm not aware of any change in their legal status. But, my understanding is UK or British are somewhat interchangeable. Although, in the strictest sense the latter is reserved for people. Nor that MPA's are in any type of violation of international norms.
Anglo Turnip at (10)....
Sep 16th, 2016 - 04:24 pm - Link - Report abuse 0In short..., Mr Voice was correct and you were wrong.....
By the way...
... Could you link me to ANY of Mr Voice's , who you call “lone disgruntled Argentine apologist.” apologies in favour of Argentina?
My old & humble Patagonian memory dosen't seem to remember any...
Addled by a surfeit of single malt?
Sep 16th, 2016 - 04:39 pm - Link - Report abuse 0Marine Protection Areas ,
Sep 16th, 2016 - 07:32 pm - Link - Report abuse 0From Ascension island to the Antarctic,
And from 3 miles off shore between south Africa and Argentina,
one big watering hole...
11 Voice, V0ice, Vestige, Think et al, sock-puppeteer extraordinaire
Sep 16th, 2016 - 07:42 pm - Link - Report abuse 0“Mr Voice was correct and you were wrong…..”
You indicated the the literal expression UKOTS which is not incorporated anywhere in the article. So in the absolute sense you where incorrect. But a person that has to engage in deceptions to make a point speaks volumes. Whereas, the UK where required administers these territories leaving to the local populous that which they are prepared to shoulder. Without hindrance to any other party. So continue to enjoy your deceptions, I'll leave you to your sock-puppetry. The Islanders seem to be doing alright while things are not quite so rosy on mainland.
What does it matter what you call them, it's good news for marine conservation.
Sep 16th, 2016 - 08:35 pm - Link - Report abuse 0I couldn't be more in agreement wiht you, lowlander...
Sep 16th, 2016 - 08:48 pm - Link - Report abuse 0Just teasing the turnip...
Deceptions Terry...?
Sep 16th, 2016 - 10:11 pm - Link - Report abuse 0Sock Puppetry Terry...?
The burden of proof lies squarely upon your shoulders....
Now do you have any...?
Or are you casting aspersions without any proof whatsoever...?
Yup...I thought so...
17 Voice, V0ice, Vestige, Think et al, sock-puppeteer, and imitator extraordinaire
Sep 17th, 2016 - 01:33 am - Link - Report abuse 0“Are you casting aspersions without any proof whatsoever.”
Firstly, I'm carrying on a long established practice based on my empirical knowledge in which I have posted to you under the above title. Secondly, with your acquiescence, with little or no protest, latest title being 'Voice, V0ice, Vestige, Think et al, sock-puppeteer, and imitator extraordinaire.' Prior to that it was simply 'Voice, Vestige, Think'. Step up take bow, you work very hard at your subterfuge. But, I can see what a breeze it must be for one practised in viveza criolla.
Just an aside. I have noticed that Voice and think frequently use “yup” in their posts. Not a word particularly used in Scotland...more an Americanism.
Sep 17th, 2016 - 10:19 am - Link - Report abuse 0Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde
Sep 17th, 2016 - 10:44 am - Link - Report abuse 0Perhaps.
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Sep 17th, 2016 - 11:08 am - Link - Report abuse 0Is it yup or is it jup Clyde....
As for Americanisms you might want to consider that....
a) I married one...
b) I am subject to Americanisms everyday...they rub off...
c) I like them, when appropriate...
d) I own a little piece of America...
Y'all have a nice day now.....;-)))))))
It's beautiful out there today...as you can see, make the most of it....
What a fibber ;-)
Sep 17th, 2016 - 12:46 pm - Link - Report abuse 0Almost everything he claims is illogical
His hatred of Falkland Islanders is illogical, he can't justify it.
People don't use that expression in Pensylvania, so its another fib.
If you think a cloudy day at 16 degrees is beautiful that proves you dont live where you say you do - another fib
Serial fibber.
And how much MPA km2 is UK plc offering off its own shores in comparison. A two-sided paradigm?
Sep 17th, 2016 - 01:10 pm - Link - Report abuse 019
Sep 17th, 2016 - 01:22 pm - Link - Report abuse 0Do me a favour and tell the fool @22 how sunny it is today Clyde....
btw it's 17 degrees not 16....
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I think there is some areas around Scotland conserved...
I wonder what the occupied territories think about the UK controlling their future Economic Zones and is it reversible should they require independence...
Bermuda Shorts weather here. BBQ'S at the ready…
Sep 17th, 2016 - 01:38 pm - Link - Report abuse 0I see Captain James T Kirk is claiming that Wonder Woman is going for Indyref2 in 2018. Better get those assetts liquidated and outa there sharpish or she will have the lot! Never mind MPA's created by tbe UK, all up for grabs by the Nuts, I mean Nats!
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Sep 17th, 2016 - 03:17 pm - Link - Report abuse 0Well I never... are you trying to tell folk that the South of the UK is warmer than the North I'm sure everyone is able to work that out...
It's a trade off I'm happy with....
Dramatic scenery, fresh unpolluted air, sparkling water and huge expanses of uncluttered space...loch and mountains on my doorstep....seems a fair trade off....
Besides if I want 80/90 degree summers I'll live in my property in PA for a couple of months....which also as it happens has.....Dramatic scenery, fresh unpolluted air, sparkling water and huge expanses of uncluttered space...lakes and mountains on my doorstep...and warmer....
;-)))))))))
You are welcome to Pa, been there, done that. Mind the Menonites!
Sep 17th, 2016 - 04:19 pm - Link - Report abuse 0Out on tbe MTB off road a few days ago. 40 miles, saw 2 people, and only an hour from London with less rainfall than Beiruit. I can come up there as often as I like just as my pals up tbere often come here, they love it. Scotland has lots to commend it except the midges. They are talking about us going to Bariloque or somewhere in November, you must know it :-) Perhaps we can meet up with Mr Think for a dram … Oh but he's at 65 Brook Street isn't he?
65 Brook Street????
Sep 17th, 2016 - 04:29 pm - Link - Report abuse 0What on earth are you talking about...
I have no idea where Mr. Think resides..
...and my house doesn't have a number, it only has a name...;-)))))
Your embassy, near the Flyfishers Club, and you don't know the address? Pl… .eeeeese!
Sep 17th, 2016 - 04:47 pm - Link - Report abuse 0Bleak House, Sandbank, is that it? :-)))
Voice/the Voice.
Sep 17th, 2016 - 05:48 pm - Link - Report abuse 0All that I can say is that from a crappy, rainy windy start to the week it had changed to warm, slightly humid weather with haze.
Ayr on Wednesday had 21°C and was rather pleasant with no wind.
Thursday about 21°C and humid....rather sticky.
Friday 18°C and a slight breeze
Today about 16/17°C with a slight breeze. Ideal for the September Ayr Gold Cup meeting. I could hear the Tannoys in my garden commentating on the races.
I am sure the weather in the Holy Loch area will be much the same as here.
#23
snh.gov.uk/protecting-scotlands-nature/protected-areas/national-designations/mpas/
The above gives details of the proposed areas
TWIMC
Sep 17th, 2016 - 06:34 pm - Link - Report abuse 0Ermmmmm....
Please excuse my ignorance about the Scottish West Coast, but...
Ain't 21°C on a Wednesday, 21°C on a Thursday, 18°C on a Friday and 17°C on a Saturday not freaking warm temperatures for midth September?
I like Ayr, my pal Stuart lives there, and my son has flown me up there a couple of times.
Sep 17th, 2016 - 06:51 pm - Link - Report abuse 0Bariloque Think? Is it good for a bit of rock climbing and fly fishing in November?
Silly question...
Sep 17th, 2016 - 07:00 pm - Link - Report abuse 0I would avoid the fishermen crowds during the two first weekends of the season, though...
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Sep 17th, 2016 - 07:04 pm - Link - Report abuse 0Not the seasonal average BUT in the last few years we have had warm weather into October. Many shrubs in my garden have started to flower again.
As a keen birdwatcher, I have noted birds that used to set off on migration in late August are now hanging on an average 3 week later. Same with the arrival of Whooper Swans from Iceland. t can be into October before the bulk of them arrive. It seems that the jetstream is farther North than usual, blocking the cold N. air from reaching the UK....and Scotland in particular.
It has to be said also, that the coastal land mass can produce macro climates.
In our last cold winter, my garden recorded a low of -4°C while a friend who lives 8 miles inland suffered -17°C. Something to do with the Gulf Stream.
Dunoon although only 45 miles away, has twice the rainfall of Ayr
I know nothing about the place. When is the start? Are the pitches free of ice?
Sep 17th, 2016 - 07:06 pm - Link - Report abuse 0(34)
Sep 17th, 2016 - 07:28 pm - Link - Report abuse 0Thank's for the comprehensive info...
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Google it....
Welcome to Argie Land!
Sep 17th, 2016 - 07:39 pm - Link - Report abuse 0Chile?
Don't know about Scotland, but it was bloody cold rainy and windy north of Watford today.
Sep 17th, 2016 - 07:45 pm - Link - Report abuse 0Some local flooding yesterday especially after the thunder woke us all up.
Come back SUN all is forgiven...lol
OK in Clooney Land. A bit windy. Nice walk this afternoon and nice Pastis in the Gazebo this evening… Newbury Show tomorrow - civilisation… Jimmy is down the Bull this evening. Nice neighbours to have I Think. :-)
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