UKOG reveals reasons for Weald licence surrender
An official report by UK Oil & Gas plc reveals why it gave up a licence to develop hydrocarbons in parts of Surrey and West Sussex.
Rathlin auditor resigns
The oil and gas company, Rathlin Energy, has announced it has changed its independent auditor.
Government ban on new onshore oil and gas licences
The UK government has confirmed there will be no new licences for onshore oil and gas in England.
UK onshore oil and gas production in figures and charts – August 2025
UK onshore oil and gas production rose in August 2025 compared with the month before. But volumes did not reach the peaks recorded over the past year.
Campaigners call for tougher rules on methane releases from onshore oil and gas
The government risks undermining its goals to cut methane emissions without stricter regulations on onshore oil and gas operations, environmental campaigners have argued.
Guest post: Community challenges with the planning system
David Eddy, chair of Foxholes and Butterwick Parish Council, in North Yorkshire, reports on the challenges facing local communities dealing with oil and gas developments.
Rathlin gets more time to raise cash for West Newton drilling – annual accounts
The cash-strapped oil and gas company, Rathlin Energy, has won more time to secure funds to meet its drilling commitments.
UK onshore oil and gas production in figures and charts – May 2025
UK onshore gas production fell again in May 2025, for the fifth consecutive month. The May figure was the lowest for 18 months, despite a small increase in production from the largest field at Saltfleetby. Onshore oil volume was up slightly in May 2025 compared with April – […]
West Newton fracturing heading for approval
Plans to carry out a lower-volume hydraulic fracture at the West Newton-A oil and gas site in East Yorkshire look likely to get the go-ahead.
Ex chancellor “delighted” at end of licence for “ridiculous” gas scheme
Sir Jeremy Hunt, the former chancellor, has welcomed news that an oil and gas company has surrendered its exploration rights in his Surrey constituency.
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