Fracking

Chancellor's father-in-law lists reasons why UK fracking will struggle to emulate the US, but insists that government should continue to pursue shale gas by focusing on northern areas with 'the worst historical scars'

Shadow Energy Minister Tom Greatrex accuses Chancellor of handing out a gift to his 'pet project'

Ministers poised to unveil latest onshore oil and gas round, as Green Party campaigns against prospect of fracking in London

Green groups accuse peers of ignoring public opposition to fracking, as Lords' report argues shale gas should be "an urgent national priority"

As survey highlights entrenched public opposition to fracking and political criticism of wind farms intensifies, the UK's energy security goals are under fire

Edelman Trust Barometer finds solar and wind retain high levels of confidence among consumers, with shale gas the most distrusted energy source

Shale gas explorer gets approval from county council to test oil flow rates at site that saw anti-fracking protests

Latest government survey confirms 80 per cent of people support the use of renewables to meet the UK's energy needs

Secretary of State argues that a well regulated domestic shale gas industry could deliver lower emissions than imported liquefied gas

Energy and Climate Change Secretary Ed Davey says shale gas exploration will not compromise investment in renewables and can have a limited impact on the environment if done in the right way