Paragraph 2

Characteristics of the effects and of the area likely to be affected, having regard, in particular, to—

(a)

the probability, duration, frequency and reversibility of the effects;

(b)

the cumulative nature of the effects;

(c)

the transboundary nature of the effects;

(d)

the risks to human health or the environment (for example, due to accidents);

(e)

the magnitude and spatial extent of the effects (geographical area and size of the population likely to be affected);

(f)

the value and vulnerability of the area likely to be affected due to—

(i)

special natural characteristics or cultural heritage;

(ii)

exceeded environmental quality standards or limit values; or

(iii)

intensive land-use; and

(g)

the effects on areas or landscapes which have a recognised national, Community or international protection status.