Planners accused of “misleading” report on Burniston fracking gas plan
Council officials have been accused of giving misleading advice on controversial plans for gas drilling and lower-volume fracking at Burniston, near Scarborough.
Balcombe MP seeks answers on oil industry impact on drinking water
The MP representing Balcombe, site of a controversial oil well in West Sussex, has asked the government how water supplies could be affected by the onshore industry.
Council quizzed over Horse Hill future
Campaigners have questioned council officials about whether a “viable” planning application is likely for the Horse Hill oil production site in Surrey.
Balcombe permission lapses – county council
Planning consent at the controversial Balcombe oil site in West Sussex has lapsed, officials confirmed today.
UKOG announces Broadford Bridge abandonment
The Broadford Bridge oil wells near Billinghurst in West Sussex have been abandoned, the parent company has announced.
Council still waiting for Horse Hill information
Additional information expected last month that will shape the future of the controversial Horse Hill oil site in Surrey has been delayed again, the county council revealed today.
Council warned over “problem” with Burniston gas application
A retired geologist has warned North Yorkshire councillors they risk embarrassment or even legal action over the handling of a planning application for gas drilling at Burniston near Scarborough.
“Gloves off” in dispute over gas drilling and fracking at Burniston
Two sides in a planning dispute over gas drilling and lower volume fracking near Scarborough have accused each other of making misleading claims, just ten days before a decision is due. Europa Oil & Gas Limited, the company behind the scheme at Burniston, said in letter to North […]
National park gas plan would have “significant environmental impacts” – ruling
Plans for gas production and a pipeline in a remote part of the North York Moors National Park would have significant effects on the environment, government officials have ruled.
Councillors back Burniston delay but company urges timely decision
Two leading councillors have supported calls for delays to the decision on plans for gas drilling and lower-volume fracking in the North Yorkshire village of Burniston.
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