Decision

Abandoned Boats: Proposer: Cllr Alvey; Seconder: Cllr Ewert

Decision Maker: Cornwall Council

Outcome: Recommendations Approved

Is Key Decision?: No

Is Callable In?: No

Date of Decision: July 22, 2025

Purpose:

Content: It was moved by Councillor Alvey, seconded by Councillor Ewert and   RESOLVED that Cornwall Council commits to 1. work with all Stakeholders to consider a means by which boat abandonment is disincentivised and:   a.  Clean up the hundreds of abandoned end-of-life boats around the coastline and estuaries of Cornwall and beyond.   b.  Support and promote a viable means of recycling GRP and encourage manufacturers to use more sustainable materials for new boats.   2.  lobby Government to consider introducing tougher legislation to combat the increasing threat of abandoned vessels to our marine environment.

Supporting Documents

Abandoned Boats - Appendix 1.pdf
Abandoned Boats - Report.pdf

Related Meeting

Cornwall Council - Tuesday, 22nd July, 2025 10.30 am on July 22, 2025