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Box 14 Use of licenced experts for appropriate assessment in Czechia In the Czechia, only licensed experts are allowed to carry out appropriate assessments (AA). The licensing system is anchored in the Act on Nature Protection and details are specified in a ministerial decree. The first basic criterion for obtaining a license is to have a degree in biology or ecology or state exam in ecology. No derogation from this rule is allowed as experience from the field has shown that knowledge of ecology is an essential prerequisite for correct assessments. The authorisation exam consists of a written test on ecology, zoology, botany and national law (the latter is linked to AA and EIA/SEA issues) and an oral presentation of a case study. The exams take place approximately twice a year and the standard is set rather high, with a special emphasis on knowledge in ecology. Successful candidates are granted a license by the Ministry of Environment (MoE) for 5 years. The licensing scheme has had a positive spin-off in terms of making improvements to the overall AA process. The licensed assessors organise regular meetings to share experiences and discuss difficult cases. In view of this the Ministry of Environment commissioned a number of practical guidance documents from them to improve the AAs and ensure a consistent approach.

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