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Recommendation 13

13

Government failure to manage Marine Protected Area network allows damaging activities

Conclusion
We were concerned by Government failure to effectively manage gaps in the network of Marine Protected Areas (MPAs). Deficient management and gaps in the network are allowing damaging activities to take place within MPA boundaries. (Conclusion, Paragraph 61)
Government Response

A response document is linked to this report, dated 9 September 2025. Response attribution to this conclusion has not been verified. Read the response document ↗