How detailed should the local action plans be?
Local action plans are to a great extent determined by local factors and conditions. Consequently, the amount of detail will depend on the number and size of shellfish beds under the responsibility of the local food authority, any special local conditions and the number of stakeholders involved. However, to ensure that local action plans are fully effective, local food authorities are at liberty to make them as comprehensive as possible. To help with the development of these plans the Food Standards Agency has provided guidance indicating what an action plan is designed to achieve. The Centre for Environment, Fisheries and Aquaculture Sciences may also be consulted on any such detail.
