Step forward for IGas shale plans at Misson
IGas has been granted a mining waste permit for two exploration wells at its proposed shale gas site at Springs Road, Misson, north Nottinghamshire.
IGas plans two shale gas wells for 2017 plus fracking in the NW
IGas gave details today of its shale gas plans for the next year, along with conventional drilling in a national park.
IGas accused of “disregarding” planning system” in Notts and “irresponsible actions” in Cheshire
IGas is at the centre of disputes with the authorities in two areas where it has licences to explore for gas.
Notts village votes overwhelmingly against IGas shale plans
People in Misson in north Nottinghamshire have voted overwhelmingly against plans by IGas to drill two exploratory shale gas wells near the village.
IGas applies for permit for Misson shale gas site but planning decision faces delay
A public consultation is underway into IGas’s application for an environmental permit to drill for shale gas at a site at Misson in north Nottinghamshire. But a decision on the planning application for the scheme to drill two exploratory wells at land off Springs Road faces a delay.
Planning round-up
Our update of the latest decisions on fracking and onshore oil and gas in the UK including: Anti-fracking motions on exploration licences in Trafford, Cheshire and Gloucestershire North Yorkshire minerals plan consultation closes and another delay to Kirby Misperton decision Recommendation on IGas plans for Nottinghamshire and debate […]
Egdon plans seven new wells in next year
Egdon Resources has announced plans for seven new oil and gas wells over the next year. Four of the wells are in Lincolnshire and have planning permission. Another, near Dorking in Surrey, also has approval after the company’s partner, Europa, won a planning appeal.
IGas accounts show losses but company ready to submit drilling bid
IGas announced it would submit a planning application to drill exploratory wells in Nottinghamshire in the next quarter. The company in its annual accounts released today said if it received consent it would expect to start drilling in the first half of next year.
Campaigners take action as IGas finds new fracking site in Nottinghamshire
IGas has identified a new site in north Nottinghamshire where it wants to explore for shale gas. Opponents of fracking have organised a campaign event for the weekend to raise awareness about the plans.
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