Plans submitted for fracking test well

FRACKING firm Ineos has submitted a planning application for an exploratory test well at Harthill.
By Gareth Dennison
Published 16th Jun 2017, 14:08 BST
Updated 16th Jun 2017, 14:12 BST
Dozens of residents attended a meeting on the proposals in MayDozens of residents attended a meeting on the proposals in May
Dozens of residents attended a meeting on the proposals in May

Shale operations director Tom Pickering said: “This well is an another important step in helping us understand the local geology. 

“I am keen and willing to continue our engagement with the community through a formal community liaison group.”

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Campaign group Harthill Against Fracking has accused Ineos of downplaying the potential effects of drilling on the environment.

Rotherham Borough Council’s period of consultation closes on July 21 and the application is expected to be heard by the planning board.

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