New Biscathorpe consultation
People have the chance to comment on extra information about proposals for long-term oil production and more drilling at the Biscathorpe site in the Lincolnshire Wolds.
Top award for lawyer in landmark legal challenge on oil emissions
The lawyer representing campaigners behind a landmark judgement at the Supreme Court this year has won a major award.
Views sought on detailed plans for UKOG’s challenged Loxley well site
A consultation is underway into detailed plans for a gas site in Surrey, even though the scheme is being challenged in court next month.
Council to vote on legal challenge to UKOG gas drilling
Council leaders are due to decide next week whether to take court action against gas drilling near a village in Surrey.
Campaigners seek review of go-ahead for West Newton-A oil production
Opponents of oil production in East Yorkshire are to make a last-minute bid to hold up this morning’s decision to approve.
Date set for decision on UKOG’s Dunsfold drilling plans
A decision on gas exploration plans near the Surrey village of Dunsfold is expected by June 2022.
Minister to decide planning appeal on Dunsfold gas site
The decision on the Dunsfold/Loxley gas exploration site in Surrey is to be made by the communities’ secretary, Michael Gove, it was announced this afternoon.
Residents put toes on the line in fight against gas drilling near Surrey village
Opponents of controversial gas drilling plans near the Surrey village of Dunsfold say they will put their toes on the line to show that large lorries will be forced to break the law when visiting the proposed site.
Michael Gove to decide Woodsetts and Ellesmere Port shale gas plans
Michael Gove has replaced Robert Jenrick as secretary of state for housing, communities and local government.
Spring 2021 diary
DrillOrDrop’s diary of events in spring 2021 affecting the UK onshore oil and gas industry and campaigns about it.
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