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The conservation objectives for the Humber Estuary can be stated simply as,
"subject to natural change, maintain the favourable condition of the site through the sustainable management of activities"
The management scheme has been developed to maintain the current favourable condition status of the Humber Estuary, and will be regularly reviewed and, where necessary, revised so that:
» The conservation objectives are met.
» Changes in site usage are updated.
» Changes in site conditions from natural causes are taken into consideration.
» Improvements in scientific knowledge are incorporated.
English Nature's advice
 English Nature is required to produce advice for European marine sites. This states the conservation objectives for the site and provides information on activities that may cause deterioration or disturbance to the habitats or species. This advice forms the basis upon which the management scheme has been built. The management scheme identified, actions that may cause deterioration and produce management proposals that are designed to avoid such deterioration. Six broad categories of operations that may cause deterioration of the Humber were identified.
| Categories of Operation that may cause Deterioration |
Physical Loss
Physical Damage
Non-physical disturbance
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Toxic contamination
Non-toxic contamination
Biological disturbance |
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