Councillors urged to refuse Rathlin Energy’s “fundamentally flawed” expansion plans for West Newton
Major plans for oil and gas production in East Yorkshire are “fundamentally flawed and should be refused”, experts said today.
Closing arguments at Loxley/Dunsfold gas inquiry – who said what?
The public inquiry into plans to explore for gas in Surrey closed this morning with final arguments.
Road to UKOG’s Dunsfold drilling site “inherently unsuitable”, inquiry told
The route to a proposed gas exploration site in Surrey is unsuitable for the large lorries needed to deliver equipment, a public inquiry heard today.
Major onshore oil production application published
Detailed plans for one of the UK’s largest onshore oil production schemes in recent years have been published.
Rathlin pledges to cut daily tanker numbers in West Newton plan
Rathlin Energy has said it will reduce the daily number of tankers visiting its proposed oil production site in East Yorkshire, in response to public concerns.
Warning that Biscathorpe oil production plans would “cause significant and long-term harm” to Lincolnshire Wolds
Plans for long-term oil extraction in the heart of the Lincolnshire Wolds would introduce a permanent industrial feature in a deeply rural and tranquil landscape, countryside officials have warned.
Oil company criticised over online consultation for site expansion plans
Rathlin Energy has been asked to remove immediately all images, logos, and references to Zero Carbon Humber from its online exhibition about plans to expand a local oil site. The company has also been criticised by a county councillor for failing to carry out “full, transparent and open […]
Date set for Dunsfold drilling inquiry
A public inquiry into plans for gas exploration wells near the Surrey village of Dunsfold is due to be held this summer.
Planners back Balcombe oil well test
Council planners have supported proposals for a one-year well test at the controversial Balcombe oil site in West Sussex, which saw daily protests in summer 2013.
Highway officials oppose UKOG’s Isle of Wight drilling plans over safety concerns
Plans by UK Oil & Gas to explore for oil at Arreton on the Isle of Wight should be refused because they may be a hazard to road users, highway officials have recommended.
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