No way forward for fracking two years after 2.9ML earthquake
Two years after the UK’s strongest fracking-induced earthquake, there’s no agreement on how to manage shale gas risks, an exploration company said today.
Closing arguments at Loxley/Dunsfold gas inquiry – who said what?
The public inquiry into plans to explore for gas in Surrey closed this morning with final arguments.
Two sides disagree on benefits of Arreton oil drilling plans
Oil exploration plans on the Isle of Wight would “make the best use” of mineral resources in the transition to a low carbon future, the company behind the proposals has said. But local campaigners have disputed the arguments and said they should be rejected.
“UKOG gas exploration site could be there for years” – inquiry told
A proposed gas exploration site near the Surrey village of Dunsfold could be there for years, even though the planning application is for 36 months, a public inquiry has heard.
More time for UKOG drilling at Horse Hill
Regulators have given UK Oil & Gas plc more time to drill at the Horse Hill site in Surrey, the company announced today.
“No plans to support shale gas exploration” – minister
The government does not plan to support shale gas exploration or review its moratorium, a minister has said.
Time’s up for Ineos at Harthill shale gas site
Planning consent has run out at Ineos’s shale gas site at Harthill in South Yorkshire.
IGas quits Mayfair HQ in cost cutting
IGas has given up its headquarters in London’s Mayfair, the exploration and production company formally announced today.
Highways objection dropped on UKOG’s Isle of Wight drilling plans – new consultation begins in 2021
Highways officials have withdrawn their objection to a plan to explore for oil on the Isle of Wight.
UKOG to appeal against refusal of Loxley gas exploration plans
As expected, UK Oil & Gas plc has announced it is to appeal against the refusal of planning permission for gas exploration at its proposed Loxley well site near Dunsfold in Surrey.
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