This table provides metadata for the actual indicator available from UK statistics closest to the corresponding global SDG indicator. Please note that even when the global SDG indicator is fully available from UK statistics, this table should be consulted for information on national methodology and other UK-specific metadata information.

Indicator available
Indicator description
Geographical coverage
Unit of measurement
Definitions
Available disaggregations
Calculations
Other information

Data follows the UN specification for this indicator. This indicator has not been identified in collaboration with topic experts.
Data last updated 18 April 2019
Metadata last updated 03 July 2020

This table provides information on metadata for SDG indicators as defined by the UN Statistical Commission. Complete global metadata is provided by the UN Statistics Division.

Indicator name

(a) Index of coastal eutrophication; and (b) plastic debris density
Target name

By 2025, prevent and significantly reduce marine pollution of all kinds, in particular from land-based activities, including marine debris and nutrient pollution
Global indicator description
UN designated tier

Tier II
UN custodian agency

UN Environment (UNEP)
Link to UN metadata United Nations Sustainable Development Goals metadata for target 14.1 opens in a new window
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