Benefits of the designation

• Greater local awareness of the value of the marine environment
• The marine environment will be protected for generations to come
• International recognition of the importance of this site with regards to wildlife and habitat richness
• The site will be contributing to global biodiversity conservation
• Potential economic benefit e.g. tourism, sustainable fishing
• The sustainable use of the coast
• Greater protection for the area e.g. the SAC affords the highest protection in planning law