Established in 2002, the National Tidal and Sea Level Facility is responsible for monitoring sea levels in the UK. The NTSLF comprises the UK National Tide Gauge Network,

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networks, and gauges in the British dependent territories of the South Atlantic and

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. Data collected is used to create tidal predictions, monitor

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and determine extreme sea levels for navigation and coastal engineering design. The network is funded by the UK Environment Agency. Associated scientific research is funded by the

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(NERC) and the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra).

External links

National Tidal & Sea Level Facility Official Website

Natural Environment Research Council Website
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