Part I Criteria, methodological standards, specifications and standardised methods for the monitoring and assessment of predominant pressures and impacts under point (b) of Article 8(1) of Directive 2008/56/EC

United Kingdom

1. Descriptor 2Non-indigenous species introduced by human activities are at levels that do not adversely alter the ecosystems
2. Descriptor 3Populations of all commercially-exploited fish and shellfish are within safe biological limits, exhibiting a population age and size distribution that is indicative of a healthy stock
3. Descriptor 5Human-induced eutrophication is minimised, especially adverse effects thereof, such as losses in biodiversity, ecosystem degradation, harmful algae blooms and oxygen deficiency in bottom waters
4. Descriptor 6Sea-floor integrity is at a level that ensures that the structure and functions of the ecosystems are safeguarded and benthic ecosystems, in particular, are not adversely affected
5. Descriptor 7Permanent alteration of hydrographical conditions does not adversely affect marine ecosystems
6. Descriptor 8Concentrations of contaminants are at levels not giving rise to pollution effects
7. Descriptor 9Contaminants in fish and other seafood for human consumption do not exceed levels established by assimilated law or other relevant standards
8. Descriptor 10Properties and quantities of marine litter do not cause harm to the coastal and marine environment
9. Descriptor 11Introduction of energy, including underwater noise, is at levels that do not adversely affect the marine environment