Recommendation 10

Decarbonising the maritime sector is a complex and long-term challenge that requires coordinated action across government, industry and planning frameworks. While the National Policy Statement for Ports is not the vehicle for setting decarbonisation policy, it plays a critical enabling role. By embedding decarbonisation considerations into planning decisions, the NPS can help ensure that future port development aligns with the UK’s broader climate commitments. (Conclusion, Paragraph 64)