Program of Measures to Achieve Good Marine Environmental Status in 2016-2020.

The document primarily focuses on the development of a program aimed at achieving a good status of the marine environment. It outlines the necessity for a strategic approach to marine spatial planning and emphasizes the importance of aligning national policies with international and regional frameworks, particularly within the context of the Baltic Sea region. Key legal principles include compliance with environmental protection laws and the integration of various sectoral policies that impact the marine environment.
The document explicitly outlines several measures and action plans designed to address the challenges facing the marine environment. These include the evaluation of existing and planned economic sector activities that affect the marine environment, risk assessments for failing to meet marine environmental goals, and the identification of additional necessary measures. It also emphasizes the need for public participation in the planning process and the assessment of the effectiveness of implemented measures, ensuring that they align with established marine environmental objectives.
The implementation plan details the responsibilities of the Ministry of Environmental Protection and Regional Development in executing the program, alongside timelines for achieving specific objectives. It highlights the importance of monitoring and reporting mechanisms to evaluate progress and compliance with the established goals. Secondary themes include the need for stakeholder involvement in the decision-making process, procedural guidelines for assessing environmental impacts, and the potential for exceptions to be applied in specific circumstances, as outlined in the relevant legal frameworks.