January policing costs at Third Energy fracking site lowest so far
The monthly cost of policing outside Third Energy’s fracking site at Kirby Misperton in North Yorkshire was the lowest so far recorded in January 2018
Residents unhappy with oil and gas consultations in south east England – MEP’s survey
Most people were not consulted by oil and gas companies about developments in the neighbourhood and the vast majority were unhappy with the industry’s approach to public engagement, according to new research.
Regulator “minded” to approve Leith Hill oil drilling plans but seeks public views before decision
The Environment Agency has said it is considering granting a permit for oil exploration at the Bury Hill Wood site, near Leith Hill in Surrey. But before reaching a final decision, the organisation says it wants to consult the public.
What’s happening this week? 19-25 February 2018.
In this week’s listings: Not for Shale awareness march; International Petroleum Week; Earth First! Winter Moot; Film screenings; Plus meetings, rallies and gatherings.
Controls needed to cut risk of spills and leaks from UK shale gas industry – new research
The UK could see up to one spill for every four large shale gas pads, according to researchers.
UKOG responds to Angus comments on operations at Broadford Bridge
UK Oil and Gas, the company behind oil exploration at Broadford Bridge in West Sussex, has rejected comments made about its operations by Angus Energy.
Changes planned to questions in government survey of fracking views
The government is planning to change some of the questions in its public opinion survey on why people support or oppose fracking.
Vivienne Westwood takes to the catwalk in protest over INEOS injunction
The fashion designer, Dame Vivienne Westwood, turned model this morning in a protest over the injunction acquired by the shale gas company, INEOS Upstream.
New application for Wressle oil production due by April
A new planning application for oil production at the Wressle site near Scunthorpe is expected by the end of April, one of the partners in the project has said.
Balcombe well test likely to come before Brockham, says Angus Energy
Angus Energy has said it expects to test its newly-acquired well at Balcombe in West Sussex, before turning to Brockham in Surrey.
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