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The Scientific Advice and Research Directorate (SARD) in NPWS supports conservation, protection and restoration of nature, including coastal habitats. SARD provides scientific and technical assistance relating to conservation projects and compiles scientific evidence to support decision making. Coastal ecology is an important element of the work of SARD. As an island with a complex and variable coastline, Ireland supports a large number of coastal habitats including 15 habitats that are listed on Annex I of the Habitats Directive as well as many species of conservation interest. Coastal systems are under pressure from farming, development, tourism and climate change. Expertise in the ecology of coastal habitats, especially those listed on Annex I of the Habitats Directive, is required to inform management and restoration, and to support delivery of statutory obligations.