Paragraph 20 I1I2

after paragraph (2) insert—

“(2A)

Where a simplified planning zone scheme for an area in England is adopted or approved, that scheme is not to be taken to grant planning permission for development which—

(a)

is likely to have a significant effect on a Ramsar site (either alone or in combination with other plans or projects), and

(b)

is not directly connected with or necessary to the management of the site,

unless adopted or approved in accordance with the assessment provisions.”;

in paragraph (5)(b), after “European site” insert “, a Ramsar site”.