Fast track fracking proposals undermine democracy and bypass scrutiny, MPs told
Government proposals designed to speed-up fracking decisions are unclear, inappropriate and unjustified, a group of planning experts have said.
Picture post: Hundreds join Sheffield anti-fracking rally
More than 400 opponents of fracking took part in a rally in Sheffield city centre today, according to organisers.
Involving the public in fracking decisions – minister quizzed
Fracking Week in Parliament: DrillOrDrop review of parliamentary questions and debates. The Environment Minister, David Rutley, was questioned in parliament this week about consulting the public on fracking.
Minister quizzed on evidence behind fracking proposals
The Labour MP, Louise Haigh (left), has questioned the government about the basis of the written ministerial statement, issued earlier this month, on shale gas and fracking.
New parliamentary group on shale gas led by Tory MP who opposed INEOS exploration plans
The Conservative MP, Lee Rowley, who objected to INEOS plans in his constituency, is the chair of a new group at Westminster investigating the impact of shale gas.
Government points to planning change for major shale applications
Fracking Week in Parliament A senior member of the government has flagged up plans to take major shale gas decisions out of local council control.
Ministers questioned over Kirby Misperton fracking plans
Fracking Week in Parliament MPs have questioned ministers in three departments over plans for fracking at Kirby Misperton in North Yorkshire.
