British Ports Association (BPA) shared an enlightening map on twitter, showcasing Port Regulatory Health Ratings. The map is a result of a major assessment on ports’ regulatory framework.
According to the Association, ports have numerous regulations that, if designed and implemented well, can shape markets for the better and support innovation, investment, prosperity and sustainable growth. British Ports Association, have mapped some of the most important pieces of legislation and regulation that affect ports and rated their suitability to the industry.
The map is intended to be a broad overview of where the Association thinks the priorities for regulatory reform for their sector lie. They have also included guidance and codes of practice where there is a firm expectation of compliance from government.
A ‘red’ or ‘amber’ rating does not necessarily mean the regulation is to be scrapped entirely. In many cases the Association supports the wider ambition or aim behind it but doubts the approach works for ports. This map and directory is ‘live’ and the Association urges people to send feedback and pointers on things they may have missed.
