Section 10(2)

The register must include the following protected areas— a drinking water protected area; an area or body of water for the time being designated or otherwise identified as requiring special protection under assimilated law providing for the protection of surface water and groundwater or for the conservation of habitats or species directly depending on water ..., including, in particular— areas designated for the protection of economically significant aquatic species (including shellfish water protected areas); bodies of water designated as recreational waters; nutrient-sensitive areas; areas designated for the protection of habitats or species where the maintenance or improvement of the status of water is an important factor in the protection of the habitats or species.

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Source: legislation.gov.uk · retrieved 2026-07-30