17.—(1) The undertaker must submit a marine mammal mitigation protocol in writing to the MMO for approval in accordance with the procedure in Part 4, following consultation with the relevant statutory nature conservation body and Lincolnshire Wildlife Trust, at least 13 weeks prior to the commencement of any of licensed activity.
(2) The marine mammal mitigation protocol submitted for approval under sub-paragraph (1) must be substantially in accordance with the outline marine mammal mitigation protocol.
(3) The undertaker must not commence the licensed activities until the MMO has approved in writing the submitted marine management protocol.
(4) Unless otherwise agreed by the MMO in writing, the marine mammal mitigation protocol must be implemented as approved by the MMO.