New energy and net zero department formed in reshuffle
The prime minister has created a new department for energy security and net zero.
Business secretary misses committee hearing on energy transition
The business secretary, Kwasi Kwarteng, has avoided scrutiny by MPs on the UK phase out of fossil fuels.
Minister still reviewing West Newton production plans
The communities’ secretary is still considering an application for long-term oil production at West Newton-A in East Yorkshire.
No decision on UKOG’s Isle of Wight drilling plans during coronavirus outbreak
Frack Free Isle of Wight has welcomed news that the island’s council has halted all planning decisions during the covid-19 outbreak.
Minister urged to delay fracking in Lancashire until emergency plans are published
The government has been urged to delay a final decision on fracking near Blackpool because of local concerns about a lack of information on plans to deal with an emergency.
Grandparents lock-on in anti-fracking protest at government department
Five grandparents, aged 63-82, are taking part in an anti-fracking protest at the Department of Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy in central London.
Who’s Who – energy and science
Lord John Browne of Madingley Government’s lead non executive director on business in the Cabinet Office (appointed by Francis Maude), director of Riverstone Europe LLP and chairman of the board of Cuadrilla Resources Holdings Ltd. Former CEO of BP. Riverstone is a major investor in Cuadrilla Resources Holdings […]
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