Individual Blue Flag can be awarded to interested boat owners/users wanting to contribute to a better marine environment and the Save the North Sea Project. The boat owner signs an environmental code of conduct declaring that he/she will act according to the issues outlined in the code of conduct.
Criterias I will not throw garbage into the sea or along the coast I will endeavour to use land based toilet facilities where available, to refrain from using sea toilets in marinas, harbours and sensitive areas and to follow national and regional regulations I will not release poisonous or toxic waste (oil, paint, used batteries, cleaning agents, etc.) in the sea. I will deliver these types of waste to the containers in the marina I will promote and use recycling facilities (glass, paper, etc.) I will use the most environmentally friendly products among paints, anti-foulings, paint remover, detergents, etc, that are available and work efficiently. I will instantly report pollution or other violation of environmental regulations to the authorities I will not use forbidden fishing practice and I will respect periods of the year when fishing is prohibited I will protect animals and plants in the sea, including no disturbance of breeding birds, seals or other marine mammals. I will respect vulnerable and nature protected areas I will avoid damage of the sea bottom, e.g. when dropping anchor I will avoid disturbing fishery or fishing gear I will not buy or use objects made from protected species or from archaeological underwater findings I will encourage other sailers to take care of the environment Join the campaign To join the campaign in the UK, please send us an email with the following information: Name, Surname, Address, Email, Telephone and Local Yachtclub Membership.  Join in England, Wales or Northern Ireland Join in Scotland		Joining the Individual Blue Flag Campaign is a way to contribute to a better marine environment.   David Griffiths was the first member in Scotland to sign up for the Individual Blue Flag Campaign.