“Fantastic news” – fracking opponents celebrate Roseacre Wood refusal
Opponents of Cuadrilla’s plans to frack at a second site near Blackpool were celebrating this afternoon at the government’s decision to refuse permission. Full Details
Picture post: Hundreds attend ‘Fracking in Lancashire’ event
An estimated 350 people attended an event near Cuadrilla’s Preston New Road shale gas site to discuss the impacts of fracking on residents.
Guest post: Why won’t Claire Perry talk to us about fracking?
In this guest post, Lancashire resident Barbara Richardson explains her frustration that the energy minister won’t meet local people to listen to their concerns about fracking.
Picture post: Anti-fracking opponents rally outside Roseacre Wood inquiry
Rain failed to stop opponents of Cuadrilla’s fracking plans for Roseacre Wood from gathering for a rally outside the re-opened inquiry this morning.
Inquiry into second Lancashire fracking site re-opens tomorrow
Cuadrilla’s plans for another fracking site near Blackpool come under scrutiny again this week.
Borough councillors vote unanimously against Cuadrilla’s revised fracking plans
Fylde Borough councillors voted unanimously yesterday against Cuadrilla’s updated transport plans for its Roseacre Wood fracking site near Blackpool.
Businessman defies police warning with horn-honking convoy past fracking site
A Lancashire businessman who had been threatened with arrest for sounding his car horn in support of anti-fracking protesters led a convoy of hooting motorists past Cuadrilla’s shale gas site this morning.
