Paragraph 3 I1I2

after paragraph (2) insert—

“(2A)

Where it appears to Natural England that a notice of a proposal under section 28E(1)(a) of the WCA 1981 relates to an operation which is or forms part of a plan or project situated wholly in England 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 that site,

it must make an appropriate assessment of the implications for that site in view of that site’s conservation objectives.

(2B)

In the light of the conclusions of the assessment, Natural England may give consent for the operation only after having ascertained that the plan or project will not adversely affect the integrity of the site.”;

in the heading, at the end insert “and certain Ramsar sites”.