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Shale gas and hydraulic fracturing (fracking)

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  1. You are here: Shale gas and hydraulic fracturing (fracking)
  2. Fracking in Rotherham
  3. The planning process for fracking
  4. Have your say on fracking

Hydraulic fracturing, known as fracking, is a process used to remove gas and oil from shale rock deep in the ground.

Private fracking companies have started investigating the potential for carrying out this process commercially in the Rotherham borough.

Find out about the fracking process

The national approach to fracking is set by the Government, but within these government rules operators must apply for planning permission for a fracking well.

Find out more about the Government's views on fracking

Areas of the UK where shale gas applications have been given planning permission include North Yorkshire, Nottinghamshire and Lancashire.

  • Next page: Fracking in Rotherham

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