Queen’s Speech clears way for reform of judicial review
The government has followed up on its manifesto commitment to examine the system of judicial review.
Court ruling prompts UKOG to update energy security claim in Dunsfold drilling plans
UK Oil and Gas has had to clarify arguments which it says support its planning application to drill for oil and gas at Dunsfold in Surrey.
Minister responds to court ruling on fracking planning policy
The government has made its first public comment on the legal challenge which quashed a key section of planning policy on shale gas and fracking.
Court rules against new government consultation on fracking policy
A High Court judge ruled this morning that the government does not have to carry out a new public consultation on its planning policy on fracking.
New data on policing costs and arrests at Cuadrilla’s Lancashire fracking site
Lancashire Police has said its operations at Cuadrilla’s fracking site near Blackpool will cost an extra £450,000 a month.
Updated: Hundreds rally against fracking in two shale gas areas
Two rallies against fracking today attracted hundreds of campaigners from across the country.
PM proposes individual payments to shale gas residents – opponents say it’s a bribe
The Prime Minister has intervened in proposals for a shale wealth fund to include an option to make direct payments to people affected by fracking.
Reaction to leaked government letter on boosting fracking industry
The government has been accused of attacking democracy and privately contradicting public statements, following publication at the weekend of a leaked letter on fracking policy.
Photos: Recent flooding in Fylde fracking areas
Opponents of fracking in Lancashire have again called for a moratorium – this time after heavy rain flooded land in areas earmarked for shale gas exploration.
Fracking supporter gets official role at Cuadrilla public inquiry
A supporter of Cuadrilla’s plans to frack in Lancashire will be allowed to take an active part in the forthcoming public inquiry into the company’s planning applications.
