Brussels, 05/09/2013 (Agence Europe) - Member states must assume their responsibility when it comes to managing the maritime area, says Gésine Meissner (ALDE, Germany). Addressing the transport and tourism committee (TRAN) on Thursday 5 September, she presented a draft report on the basis of the Commission's proposal for a directive on maritime spatial planning and integrated coastal management, a framework within which member states are to take action.
The rapporteur recognises the...