Former Dana chief exec urges Scottish Government to rethink fracking
A former chief executive of Dana Petroleum has called on the Scottish Government to add fracking to its energy mix to fill a future gap in supply.
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Scottish Conservatives claim fracking stance of government “exposed”
The SNP's stance on fracking has been branded as "illogical" and "out of kilter" with its broader energy policy, according to a think-tank.
Australian ban strengthens case against fracking in Scotland, green group says
A green group has called for the Scottish Government to follow an Australian state’s lead and ban fracking.
Hamm downplays Trump’s fracking comments
Donald Trump’s energy adviser downplayed the presidential nominee’s recent fracking comments.
First shipments of US shale expected in Scotland within weeks
The first shipments of shale gas imports from the US are expected to arrive in Scotland within weeks, according to reports.
Households to get cash payments from fracking under Theresa May’s new plans
Individual households will be given cash payments potentially running into thousands of pounds in recompense for fracking in their area, under new plans announced by Theresa May.
Trump wrong on fracking ban in Colorado
US Republican Presidential candidate Donald Trump said communities in Colorado should be allowed to determine whether fracking is allowed – despite a ruling in the state which means there can be no ban on shale gas extraction.
Ineos said to be planning up to 30 applications for fracking
Petrochemicals giant Ineos is said to be planning to lodge as many as 30 applications to drill test wells in the next six months, according to reports.
Ineos boss says shale gas “couple of km underneath our feet” as he hits out at moratorium
The chief executive of Ineos has urged Scottish Ministers to review the current moratorium on fracking.
Why one regulator’s face is on ‘Wanted’ posters in suburban D.C.
Tony Clark was wrapping up dinner with his family when the doorbell rang.
Campaigners seek judicial review over council’s fracking decision
Anti-fracking campaigners have applied for judicial review of a council’s decision to allow the controversial gas extraction technique beneath North Yorkshire.
Merkel set to pass legislation banning gas fracking in Germany
Chancellor Angela Merkel’s coalition is set to ban shale gas fracking in Germany, passing legislation in parliament on Friday that is set to end years of discussion over whether the nation should follow the U.S. in launching a boom in drilling.
Ineos boss attacks Scottish Labour’s anti-fracking stance
A top boss at one of Scotland’s biggest energy firms has blasted Labour’s anti-fracking stance.
Public views will be considered in fracking decision
The Scottish Government will consider public opinion as well as science when it comes to deciding whether to allow fracking, energy minister Paul Wheelhouse has pledged.
Holyrood backs ban on fracking as SNP abstains from vote
The Scottish Government has said it will continue to explore the potential for fracking in Scotland despite a vote in parliament in favour of an outright ban.
How MSPs voted in narrow Scottish fracking ban
MSPs have voted by 32 to 30, with 61 abstentions, in favour of a Scottish Government motion, amended by Labour and the Greens, calling for an outright ban on fracking and stating it and other forms of unconventional gas extraction are “incompatible” with Scotland’s low-carbon ambitions.
US agencies declare offshore fracking has “minimal impact” on environment
Two US federal agencies have found that fracking off the Californian coast has no signifcant impact, lifting a moratorium that was put in place earlier this year.
Government remains ‘deeply sceptical’ on fracking, as Tories step up pressure
The Scottish Government has said it remains deeply sceptical about fracking as the Tories called on ministers to ignore the “left wing cabal” which is said to be holding back a £33 billion job-creating industry.
Scottish Parliament to debate fracking
The Scottish Parliament is set to debate a ban on fracking as part of Holyrood land and reform debate later today.
Call for outright ban on fracking in Scotland
Labour has renewed calls for an outright ban on fracking in Scotland ahead of a Holyrood debate on the environment.
UK government accused of sitting on fracking climate change report
Ministers have been accused of ‘sitting on’ a long-awaited report on fracking and climate change in a bid to help the oil industry.
Pressure mounts on Scottish Government to outline fracking stance
Pressure is growing on the Scottish Government to explain their position on fracking after the controversial practice was approved south of the border.
Pressure on Scottish government to explain position on fracking
Pressure is growing on the Scottish Government to explain their position on fracking after the controversial practice was approved south of the border.
Energy Minister says fracking “fantastic opportunity” for UK
The UK Energy Minister said the government had made clear fracking is a "fantastic opportunity" for the country after an application by Third Energy was approved.
New Yorkers wade into fracking row
New Yorkers have waded into the row over fracking in North Yorkshire from more than 3,000 miles away after an application was approved by councillors.