Updated: Fracking suspended after 2.9ML tremor – Conservative MP calls for ban
The regulator for the shale gas industry has suspended fracking operations at Cuadrilla’s Lancashire site after this morning’s 2.9ML tremor.
Lancashire Tory and Labour MPs call for government action over fracking tremors
Conservative and Labour MPs in Lancashire have written to the business secretary, Greg Clark, demanding action following a series of tremors linked to Cuadrilla’s fracking operation near Blackpool.
Cuadrilla accepted tough controls on fracking earth tremors six years ago
The fracking company that warned today it was “about to choke” from regulations on earth tremors worked with government officials six years ago to develop rules that were stricter than those used in other countries.
Plans to fast track fracking are “irresponsible and downright bonkers” – MP tells minister
The Conservative MP whose constituency includes Cuadrilla’s fracking site has urged the government to scrap its proposals designed to speed up shale gas decisions.
Government warned it could lose vote over changes to shale gas planning rules
The government was warned this morning to drop proposals to change the planning rules on shale gas.
Inquiry into second Lancashire fracking site re-opens tomorrow
Cuadrilla’s plans for another fracking site near Blackpool come under scrutiny again this week.
Two Lancashire Tory MPs object to Cuadrilla’s revised plans for fracking at Roseacre Wood
Two Conservative MPs in Lancashire are objecting to Cuadrilla’s updated traffic plans for another fracking site near Blackpool.
