1. Conclusions: Parallel session 2, Group 2

2. Elements for assessments
Happy with a notion of level of commonality
Support idea of functional parts of ecosystem – representative species and habitats for each
Need option of opt-out process, but it has to be transparent agreed process
Need a review process for the lists, but aim for stability where possible
Develop criteria for agreeing lists, e.g. to cover functional types and pressures -> RSC approaches

3. Criteria for biodiversity
Harmonisation between MSFD-HBD: it is in principle possible to have one assessment
Joint workshop was a good driver for discussions between different communities
Identify which species and habitats from HBD – link to RSC indicators

4. Conclusions: Parallel session 3, Group 2

5. Aggregation rules Biodiversity/ecosystems
OOAO it is not straight forward, needs further thought
Need guidance per functional group, broad habitat type or descriptor on how to apply OOAO
Prefer % of elements within group

6. Pressures/impacts
Need to be clear on the relationship between pressure and impact
Define per descriptor how to aggregate

7. Assessment scales
one scale does not fit for all indicators, need system that address different scales
Need to consider administrative and ecological boundaries, consider measures
HELCOM – system in place
OSPAR – proposal to MAQ
UNEP-MAP – workshop